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Motorcade: meaning, definitions and examples

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motorcade

 

[ ˈmoʊtərkeɪd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

vehicle procession

A motorcade is a procession of vehicles traveling together, often for the purpose of transporting dignitaries or celebrities. These convoys are usually characterized by a lead vehicle, followed by several others, and may include police escort or security personnel.

Synonyms

caravan, convoy, procession

Examples of usage

  • The president traveled in a large motorcade to the summit.
  • The motorcade moved slowly through the streets, drawing crowds.
  • Security was tight during the motorcade's passage.
  • A motorcade was organized for the visiting celebrity.

Translations

Translations of the word "motorcade" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caravana

🇮🇳 मोटरकेड

🇩🇪 Motorcade

🇮🇩 rombongan

🇺🇦 моторний кортеж

🇵🇱 konwój

🇯🇵 モーターレード

🇫🇷 cortège

🇪🇸 caravana

🇹🇷 motorlu konvoy

🇰🇷 모터cade

🇸🇦 موكب

🇨🇿 motokáda

🇸🇰 motorkáda

🇨🇳 车队

🇸🇮 motorni karavan

🇮🇸 mótorhópur

🇰🇿 моторлы кортеж

🇬🇪 მოტორიკადის

🇦🇿 motor karvanı

🇲🇽 caravana

Etymology

The word 'motorcade' is derived from the combination of 'motor', which refers to a vehicle powered by an engine, and 'cade', a term used to denote a procession or a series of people or vehicles moving together. 'Motor', from the Latin 'motivus', meaning 'causing movement', was adopted into English in the early 20th century as automotive technology began to develop. The use of 'cade' is less common in contemporary English but can be traced back to the French 'cadeau', which retains a sense of gathering or procession. The concept of a motorcade became prevalent in the mid-20th century, especially with the increase in political campaigning and public appearances by leaders, necessitating a method of secure and orderly travel.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,605 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.