noun
cavalcade
kav-uhl-KAYD/ˌkævlˈkeɪd/
A moving procession of people or vehicles.
A cavalcade of mounted riders advances in an orderly ceremonial line.
Etymology
Cavalcata referred to riding on horseback, the activity behind the original mounted procession. Cavalcade broadened from a horseback ride or train of riders to a procession of any kind.
In context
the whole cavalcade cantered over the heath in the direction which Chandos showed
More examples
- The visiting delegation arrives in a cavalcade of cars.
- The documentary presents a cavalcade of memorable performances.
- Crowds watch the cavalcade pass through the town.
Forms
cavalcade · cavalcades
Similar words
- procession
- An orderly moving group without necessarily horses or vehicles.
- parade
- Usually emphasizes a public ceremonial display.