SportsJune 30, 2026

cavalcade

/ˈkæv.əl.keɪd/

Definition

A successive, impressive series or procession of notable people or things.

Etymology

Derived from the Italian word 'cavalcata', meaning a procession of riders, which comes from the Latin 'caballus', meaning horse. It entered English in the 17th century to describe formal processions, eventually broadening to refer to any sequential series of items or people.

In the news

In this article, the word is used to describe the long, impressive list of famous international players who have played for the Chicago Fire since 1998. It emphasizes the club's history of attracting high-profile global talent.

A Defining Moment in Chicago Sports: Chicago Fire FC Acquires Global Football Icon Robert Lewandowski

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