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march

|march|

A2

🇺🇸

/mɑrtʃ/

🇬🇧

/mɑːtʃ/

regular step

Etymology
Etymology Information

'march' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'marcher,' where 'marcher' meant 'to walk.'

Historical Evolution

'marcher' transformed into the Middle English word 'marchen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'march.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to walk,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a walk with a regular step, especially by a group of soldiers.

The soldiers went on a long march.

Synonyms

Noun 2

the third month of the year in the Gregorian calendar.

My birthday is in March.

Verb 1

to walk with regular steps in a group, especially soldiers.

The troops marched through the town.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45