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    Parade (en. Parade)

    /paʁad/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An organized march to celebrate an event.
    The July 14th parade attracts thousands of spectators.
    La parade du 14 juillet attire des milliers de spectateurs.
    A procession of people or vehicles on a road.
    The colorful floats paraded during the carnival parade.
    Les chars colorés défilaient lors de la parade de carnaval.
    verb
    To make a public demonstration.
    They decided to parade in the city to claim their rights.
    Ils ont décidé de parader en ville pour revendiquer leurs droits.

    Etymology

    The origin of the word 'parade' comes from the Spanish 'parada' meaning a stop or a deployment.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    military parade
    An event where armed forces march.
    parade militaire
    fashion parade
    An event where models present clothing.
    parade de mode

    Related Words

    parade
    A series of events where people march in order.
    défilé
    celebration
    An act or event to honor something.
    célébration
    exhibition
    An event where objects are displayed to the public.
    exposition

    Slang Meanings

    To show off or attract attention.
    He spends his time parading in front of his friends.
    Il passe son temps à parader devant ses amis.
    To boast or flaunt something.
    She parades with her new handbag.
    Elle parade avec son nouveau sac à main.