—n.
1 a a formal or ceremonial muster of troops for inspection. b = parade-ground.
2 a public procession.
3 ostentatious display (made a parade of their wealth).
4 a public square, promenade, or row of shops.
—v.
1 intr. assemble for parade.
2 a tr. march through (streets etc.) in procession. b intr. march ceremonially.
3 tr. display ostentatiously.
Phrases and idioms:
on parade
1 taking part in a parade.
2 on display. parade-ground a place for the muster of troops.
Derivatives:
parader n.
Etymology: F, = show, f. Sp. parada and It. parata ult. f. L parare prepare, furnish
Useful english dictionary. 2012.