Definition

Noun 1. A formal, organized walk by a group of people to express protest or solidarity: A public procession, often along a planned route, typically for a political or social cause. 2. The act of walking in a steady, purposeful, and often military manner: The organized, uniform movement of soldiers or a group walking in step.

Usage

• The primary meaning refers to a protest or demonstration.
  • Example: "They organized a march for climate justice."
• The secondary meaning refers to military or ceremonial walking.
  • Example: "The soldiers began their march to the capital."

Examples

• "The civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery was a pivotal moment in history."
• "After the parade, the band began its march back to the school."
• "A large march is planned for Saturday to advocate for workers' rights."

Advanced Usage

• "Steal a march on (someone)": To gain an advantage over someone by acting before they do.
  • Example: "By announcing the product early, the company stole a march on its competitors."
• "On the march": Advancing or progressing, especially in a determined way.
  • Example: "Technological innovation is on the march."

Variants and Related Words

• March (verb): To walk in a formal, organized, or military way.
  • Example: "The protesters will march to city hall."
• Marcher (noun): A person who takes part in a march.
  • Example: "Thousands of marchers filled the streets."

Synonyms

• Demonstration, protest, parade, procession, walk.
• Hike, trek, advance (for the act of walking).

Related Phrasal Verbs

• "March on": To continue marching; to advance toward a place.
  • Example: "The army will march on through the night."
• "March off": To leave by marching.
  • Example: "The cadets marched off the parade ground."

Related Idioms

• "March to the beat of your own drum": To behave in a way that is different from the norm; to be independent.
  • Example: "She's always been creative and likes to march to the beat of her own drum."

Noun

1. Texans celebrate the anniversary of Texas' declaration of independence from Mexico in 1836