B2noun1K

Parade

UK /["/pəˈreɪd/"]/US /["/pəˈreɪd/"]/

Definition

a public celebration of a special day or event, usually with bands in the streets and decorated vehicles

In simple words: A large public celebration with people, floats, and music that moves through the streets.

Examples

The city held a grand parade to celebrate the national holiday.
They watched the parade of floats and marching bands down the main street.
The soldiers began to parade in front of the reviewing stand.
The fashion designer made his models parade down the runway.
Villagers parade every year in traditional costumes during the festival.
The company decided to parade its new products at the fair.

Usage notes

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly associated with celebrations like holidays or festivals. Not typically used in serious contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a colorful parade where people wave—like 'pair of waves' in the street.

Collocations

big
grand
colourful/colorful
have
hold
stage
take place
ground
route
float
at a/the parade
on parade
big
grand
colourful/colorful
have
hold
stage
take place
ground
route
float
at a/the parade
on parade

Synonyms

procession

Antonyms

disorder
chaos

Common mistakes

Confusing with 'parody' due to similar spelling.
Using 'parade' as a verb incorrectly.
Mixing up with 'procession' without understanding the differences.