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    Desfilaban (en. Paraded)

    /des.fiˈla.βan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To march in formation, typically in a parade.
    The students were marching in the ceremony on September 16th.
    Los estudiantes desfilaban en la ceremonia del 16 de septiembre.
    To pass in front of a place in an orderly manner.
    The troops were marching in front of the president.
    Las tropas desfilaban frente al presidente.
    To present in a line, one after another.
    The models were walking down the runway with great elegance.
    Los modelos desfilaban en la pasarela con gran elegancia.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'desfilar', which comes from the prefix 'des-' and 'filo', meaning line or row.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    military parade
    Event where armed forces march in formation.
    desfile militar
    to march in columns
    To march orderly in rows.
    desfilar en columnas
    fashion show
    Event where models present clothing on a runway.
    desfile de modas

    Related Words

    desfilar
    To perform the action of marching.
    desfilar
    desfilarse
    To separate from the line or group during the parade.
    desfilarse
    desfilería
    Event or situation where a parade takes place.
    desfilería

    Slang Meanings

    To participate in a demonstration or protest.
    Today we are marching for our rights in the square.
    Hoy desfilamos por nuestros derechos en la plaza.
    To show off ostentatiously.
    That party was a parade of jewels and exclusive brands.
    Esa fiesta fue un desfile de joyas y marcas exclusivas.