A cavalcade is a line or processionA group of people or vehicles moving in an ordered way, often for ceremony. of people traveling on horsebackThe position of riding on a horse’s back.. It is often used for a ceremonialRelated to a formal event or ritual with special importance. or formal group moving together.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˌkævəlˈkeɪd/
Easy pronunciation: KAV-uhl-KAYD (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on the last syllable, secondary stress on the first syllable.
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Cavalcade Meaning
a line of horse riders moving together
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a procession of people traveling on horseback
Example: The royal cavalcade passed slowly through the town.
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Cavalcade Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- procession
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Common Mistakes
- Using cavalcade to mean any parade or any group of vehicles. In standard usage, it specifically refers to people on horseback.
- Spelling it as "cavlcade" or confusing it with "caravan" or "parade".
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does cavalcade mean?
A cavalcade is a procession of people traveling on horseback.
Is cavalcade the same as parade?
Not exactly. A cavalcade is specifically a procession on horseback, while a parade can involve many kinds of people, vehicles, or floats.
What part of speech is cavalcade?
Cavalcade is a noun.
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