Parade
/pəˈreɪd/
Definitions
4 meaningsA public procession, especially one celebrating a special day or event.
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A public procession or march
The children were excited to see the circus parade.
💡 Simply: Imagine a big group of people walking down the street together, maybe with music and flags. That's a parade! It's like a party on the move.
👶 For kids: A parade is when a lot of people walk down the street together, usually with music and fun things.
More Examples
The victory parade was a joyous occasion for the team.
The town held a parade to celebrate its anniversary.
How It's Used
"The annual Memorial Day parade is a solemn tradition."
"The soldiers stood at attention during the parade."
A formal assembly of military personnel for inspection or drill.
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A formal display of military personnel
The troops were inspected during the military parade.
💡 Simply: Imagine soldiers standing in neat rows for a special inspection or practice. That's a parade too!
👶 For kids: A parade can also be when soldiers line up and show how they can march really well.
More Examples
The commander addressed the soldiers at the parade.
The parade was held to honor the veterans.
How It's Used
"The soldiers practiced their drills for the morning parade."
To walk or march in a public procession.
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To walk or march in a public procession
The athletes paraded through the stadium after winning the game.
💡 Simply: To parade is to walk in a group like you're in a parade! Imagine everyone having fun and showing off.
👶 For kids: To parade means to walk in a line with other people, like a parade!
More Examples
The protestors paraded in front of the government building.
The soldiers were ordered to parade in formation.
How It's Used
"The band paraded down Main Street."
"Protesters paraded through the city to make their voices heard."
To display something prominently.
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The peacock paraded its colorful feathers.
💡 Simply: To parade something means to show it off! Like when someone wants to show their new shoes.
👶 For kids: To parade something means to show it off.
More Examples
The company paraded its new features during the launch event.
The actor paraded his award after winning.
How It's Used
"She paraded her new dress at the party."
"The company paraded its new product at the trade show."
Idioms & expressions
rain on someone's parade
To spoil someone's plans or happiness.
"I don't want to rain on your parade, but I think you should reconsider your decision."
From French parade, from Italian parata, from parare (“to prepare, ward off”).
The term 'parade' has been used since the 17th century, initially relating to military drills and displays.
Memory tip
Picture a line of people walking together celebrating something.
Word Origin
"to prepare, ward off (Italian 'parata')"