cascade — meaning in English

English meaning

• cascade noun A waterfall, or a series of small waterfalls tumbling down in stages.
• stunt noun A dangerous or spectacular feat performed for entertainment, often in film.
• waterfall noun A place where a stream or river drops steeply over a cliff or rock ledge.

Senses

cascade is used for these senses in English:

• cascade A waterfall or series of small waterfalls.
• stunt A daring or dangerous feat, often involving the display of gymnastic skills.
• waterfall (figuratively) A waterfall-like outpouring of liquid, smoke, etc.

cascade — full definition

1. noun A waterfall, or a series of small waterfalls tumbling down in stages.
2. noun A rapid chain of events, where each one triggers the next.
3. verb To flow or fall in stages, like a waterfall; or to happen as a chain reaction.

stunt — full definition

1. noun A dangerous or spectacular feat performed for entertainment, often in film.
2. noun An attention-grabbing act done mainly for publicity.
3. verb To stop or slow down the growth or development of something.

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