procession - Master This Word
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procession Word Meanings
- a group of people moving together in an organized way
- a ceremonial event involving a procession
- a parade or formal march
procession Example Sentences
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procession Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/prəˈsɛʃ.ən/
US
/prəˈsɛʃ.ən/
procession Word Etymology
pro- = forward, cedere = to go; Latin → Old French → English. Imagine a grand parade where people march together, moving forward in unity, showcasing their cultural heritage.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
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Procession means a group of people moving together in an organized way for a ceremony, parade, or ritual. It highlights collective movement, order, and purpose more than a casual walk. In many cultures a procession marks important moments, such as a wedding, a religious festival, a funeral procession, or a civic parade. People often follow a planned route, with music, banners, and a lead or marshal guiding the group. While it can describe any dignified march, the emphasis is on ceremony, unity, and observable sequence rather than speed or leisure. Learners should note common collocations like 'front of the procession' and 'form a procession'.
Usage Reminders
- Use procession for ceremonial, orderly moving groups rather than casual walking
- Pair with prepositions like in a procession or at a procession
- Note contrast with parade: procession is more ritual/formal
- Watch for gender or number agreement when describing the procession
- Common collocations: form a procession, lead the procession, join the procession
Common Misconceptions
- Procession is only a religious thing
- A procession is the same as a parade or march without ceremony
- It always involves loud music or banners
- You can use procession for any group moving slowly
- The word only refers to the start of an event
Thinking Differences
For English learners, think of procession as a structured, ceremonial form of moving people, distinct from a simple walk or crowd. Focus on the formal setting, the lead role, and the route. Common confusion with parade or march comes from overlap in everyday speech; practice recognizing when ceremony or ritual is implied.
Learning Tips
- Practice the pronunciation: /prəˈseʃ(ə)n/ with stress on second syllable
- Associate procession with ceremony, not just movement
- Learn key collocations: form a procession, lead the procession, join the procession
- Differentiate from parade by noting formality and ritual cues
- Practice prepositions: in a procession, at a procession, along in a procession
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of 'procession'?
A.A type of plant found in the forest
B.A loud noise made by a group of people
C.A group of people moving forward in an organized way
D.A small village near the mountains
Step 2: Usage
In which sentence is 'procession' used correctly?
A.She heard a strange procession of birds outside her window.
B.They discussed the weather in the procession.
C.He took a procession to the store to buy groceries.
D.The procession of the sun and moon is predictable.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which is a synonym for 'procession'?
A.Gathering
B.Scatter
C.Disappear
D.Breakfast
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is an opposite of 'procession'?
A.Gather
B.Assembly
C.Retreat
D.Rush
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context might you see a 'procession'?
A.A quiet library study session
B.A busy office meeting
C.A solo hike in the mountains
D.A wedding ceremony
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