noun
Uncommon
procession
pruh-SEH-shuhn
Procession (noun) means a group of people or vehicles moving forward together in an orderly line, often for a ceremony. Example: “A long procession followed the coffin to the church.”
noun
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A group of people or vehicles moving forward together in an orderly line, often for a ceremony.
"A long procession followed the coffin to the church."
"The wedding procession made its way slowly down the aisle."
"Children in bright costumes formed a procession that wound through the town square."
How to use procession
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA line of people, vehicles, or things moving along together, usually in a formal or ceremonial way.
Common pairings
funeral procession
wedding procession
religious procession
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Word forms
- Plural
- processions
- Third person singular
- processions
- Past tense
- processioned
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Etymology
From Latin prōcessiō, "a marching forward," later used for a religious procession, from prōcēdere, "to advance."
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for procession
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “procession” mean?
The word “procession” means a group of people or vehicles moving forward together in an orderly line, often for a ceremony. In plain terms, a line of people, vehicles, or things moving along together, usually in a formal or ceremonial way.
How do you pronounce “procession”?
“Procession” is pronounced pruh-SEH-shuhn (/pɹəˈsɛʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “procession” in a sentence?
Here is “procession” used in a sentence: “A long procession followed the coffin to the church.”
What is another word for “procession”?
Words with a similar meaning to “procession” include process.
What part of speech is “procession”?
“Procession” is a noun.
Where does the word “procession” come from?
The word “procession” comes from Latin. From Latin prōcessiō, "a marching forward," later used for a religious procession, from prōcēdere, "to advance.".
Is “procession” a common word?
“Procession” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between a procession and a parade?
A procession is typically a formal, orderly movement of people or vehicles, often for a ceremony, religious event, or funeral, while a parade usually implies a more celebratory or festive public display. Processions tend to be solemn or ceremonial, whereas parades are often more lively and entertainment-focused.
What kinds of events typically involve a procession?
Processions commonly occur at weddings, funerals, religious festivals, and graduations, where participants move together in an orderly line as part of a ceremony. The term emphasizes formality and order rather than spontaneous movement.
Can procession refer to a sequence of non-physical things?
Yes, procession can be used figuratively to describe an ordered sequence of events or people over time, such as a procession of visitors or a procession of seasons, extending the idea of orderly movement beyond literal walking or vehicles.
