parade
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A public event in which a group of people, often with music or floats, walks along a street to celebrate something.
Usage notes
"Parade" is also used informally to mean showing something off, as in "parade your success."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Crowds lined the streets to watch the carnival _____ go by."
Answer: parade
In your own words, what does "parade" mean?
A public event in which a group of people, often with music or floats, walks along a street to celebrate something.
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