processionize
Definition
Verb (intransitive): To walk or move as part of a formal or ceremonial procession; to march in a procession.
Usage Examples
- (They will walk in a formal, orderly line as part of a religious ceremony.)
- (They march together in a parade.)
- (They move in a ceremonial order to accept their degrees.)
Advanced Usage
"to processionize in honor of": to march in a procession as a sign of respect or celebration.
- The community processed to processionize in honor of the visiting dignitary. (They formed a procession to show respect.)
"to processionize solemnly": to move in a procession with serious or reverent demeanor.
- The monks processionize solemnly into the monastery at dawn. (They walk slowly and formally.)
Variants and Related Words
Procession (noun): a number of people or vehicles moving forward in an orderly, formal way.
- The funeral procession moved slowly through the town. (A line of mourners and cars.)
Processional (adjective): relating to or used in a procession.
- The processional music began as the bride entered. (Music played during a procession.)
Synonyms
- March: to walk in a military or formal manner, often in a group.
- Parade: to walk or ride in a public procession, especially for celebration or display.
- File: to move one behind the other in a line.
Related Idioms
- "in procession": moving as part of a formal line.
- The knights rode in procession through the castle gates. (They moved in an orderly, ceremonial line.)