cortege

[kɔː(r)ˈteɪdʒ]

cortege Definition

  • 1a solemn procession, especially for a funeral
  • 2a group of attendants or followers accompanying an important person

Using cortege: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cortege" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The cortege made its way through the streets to the cemetery.

  • Example

    The president's cortege was met with cheers and applause.

  • Example

    The bride's cortege included her bridesmaids and close family members.

cortege Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cortege

Phrases with cortege

  • a procession of royalty, often accompanied by military personnel and other dignitaries

    Example

    The royal cortege made its way through the city, with thousands of people lining the streets to catch a glimpse of the queen.

  • a procession of mourners and vehicles accompanying a hearse carrying a coffin to a cemetery or crematorium

    Example

    The funeral cortege wound its way through the town, with people lining the streets to pay their respects.

  • a procession of diplomats and other officials accompanying a visiting head of state or other dignitary

    Example

    The diplomatic cortege arrived at the airport, where they were greeted by the local officials.

Origins of cortege

from French 'cortège', from Italian 'cortege', from Latin 'cortex', meaning 'bark, rind'

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Summary: cortege in Brief

The term 'cortege' [kɔː(r)ˈteɪdʒ] refers to a solemn procession, usually for a funeral, or a group of attendants or followers accompanying an important person. Examples include 'The cortege made its way through the streets to the cemetery.' and 'The bride's cortege included her bridesmaids and close family members.'