Definition

To march faster than someone else, leaving them behind.

Example

The soldiers were able to outmarch their opponents during the training exercise.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how fast the marching band can outmarch everyone else?

Yeah, they really have impressive coordination and speed!

I wonder how much practice it takes to outmarch like that.

Probably a lot, but it definitely pays off during performances.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outmarch → It is formed from "out-" (meaning outside or beyond) and "march" (from Old French *marcher*, meaning to walk or to march). The word "outmarch" means to march beyond or surpass in a march or movement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'going beyond' ('out-') while 'marching' — that's why outmarch means to surpass in a march.

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