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cortege

The correct spelling is cortege.

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noun

IPA: /kɔɹˈtɛʒ/

Say it like: Cor-tej-e

The correct spelling is cortege. A ceremonial procession, especially for a wedding or funeral or following a king. For example: "1660: Samuel Pepys, Diary - Upon the morrow after their marriage, the bride and bridegroom perambulate the streets, followed by a numerous cortege, the guests at the wedding festival, two and two..."

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1660: Samuel Pepys, Diary - Upon the morrow after their marriage, the bride and bridegroom perambulate the streets, followed by a numerous cortege, the guests at the wedding festival, two and two...

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A ceremonial procession, especially for a wedding or funeral or following a king.

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