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ˌprɒməˈnɑːd,
-ˈneɪd,
ˈprɒm-/
n.
- a paved public walk, especially one along a seafront.
- a leisurely walk, ride, or drive, typically in a public place so as to meet or be seen by others.
- (in country dancing) a movement resembling a march made by couples in formation.
- N. Amer. dated term for prom (in sense 3).
v.
take a promenade.
▸ escort (someone) about a place, especially for display.
Etymology
C16: from Fr., from se promener ‘to walk’, reflexive of promener ‘take for a walk’.