Definition

A group of vehicles traveling together, often for a special purpose or event, like a parade or to escort someone important.

Example

The president's motorcade moved slowly through the streets, surrounded by security.

Conversation

Did you see the motorcade that passed by earlier?

Yeah, it was huge! I wonder who was in it.

I heard it was for a famous politician visiting our city.

That makes sense! I've seen a few of those motorcades before.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Motorcade is formed from "motor" (from Latin "movere", meaning to move) and "cade" (from Spanish "cortejo", meaning a procession). The word "motorcade" refers to a procession of vehicles, typically for an important person, that moves together.

Memory Tip

Think of a group of vehicles that 'move' ('motor') together in a 'procession' ('cade') — that's what a motorcade is.

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