march (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /mɑːrtʃ/

Definition

To walk with regular, steady steps in a group, typically as part of a military formation or parade.

Examples

• The army marched for miles through the desert.

• Students marched through the city to protest the new policy.

• We watched the band march onto the field before the game.

How to Use march

march in (prepositional phrase)

To enter a place by marching. — "The band will march in at noon."

march on (prepositional phrase)

To continue marching forward. — "Keep your spirits up and march on!"

march past (prepositional phrase)

To march by a particular point or person. — "The parade will march past the town hall."

Synonyms of march

Words with a similar meaning to march:

• tramp
• stride
• procession

Antonyms of march

Words with the opposite meaning to march:

• halt
• retreat

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