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parade

1 of 2noun
/pəˈreɪd/
Forms:parades
1

a public event where people or vehicles orderly move forward, particularly to celebrate a holiday or special day

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  • The city organized a grand parade for the national holiday.
  • She enjoyed the colorful floats and marching bands in the parade.
  • Thousands gathered to watch the festive parade on Main Street.
  • The parade featured vintage cars and performers in elaborate costumes.
  • They planned to participate in the Thanksgiving Day parade.
2

a military event where military units, personnel, and equipment are displayed or marched in formation to display power or be inspected

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  • Soldiers marched in perfect synchronization during the Independence Day parade.
  • The President attended the military parade to honor the bravery of the armed forces.
  • Spectators lined the streets to watch the Victory Day parade honoring veterans.
  • The military parade featured precision drills and impressive displays of weaponry.
3

a long and often showy sequence of people or things

  • The awards ceremony turned into a parade of celebrities on the red carpet.
  • The fashion show featured a parade of stunning outfits and models.
  • The restaurant showcased a parade of gourmet dishes during the food festival.
  • The company's new product line was introduced with a parade of advertisements.
  • The museum's exhibit included a parade of historical artifacts.
4

a public display meant to be seen and admired

  • The museum's new exhibit was a parade of ancient artifacts.
  • The athlete's trophies were arranged in a parade on the mantle.
  • Her garden was a parade of colorful flowers in full bloom.
  • His collection of luxury cars was nothing but a parade of wealth.
  • The celebrity's extravagant lifestyle was a parade for all to see.