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march
/mɑːrtʃ/
a month of the year
We're planning a trip in March.
March is the third month of the year, often associated with spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
formal
the third month of the Gregorian calendar
March is known for unpredictable weather.
March often has variable weather conditions.
March is named after Mars, the Roman god of war, possibly due to the month's association with military campaigns in ancient Rome.
informal
to walk with a steady, rhythmic step
The soldiers marched in perfect formation.
The soldiers walked in a coordinated, rhythmic manner.
As a verb, 'march' can also mean to protest or demonstrate by walking in a group.
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Pro Tip
Capitalization
Remember to capitalize 'March' when referring to the month.
Gold Rule
Verb Usage
When used as a verb, 'march' often implies organized, rhythmic movement.
Word Origin
From Old French 'marz', from Latin 'Martius', named after Mars, the Roman god of war.
Usage Notes
As a noun, 'March' is capitalized when referring to the month. As a verb, it can be used both literally and metaphorically to describe organized movement.
Word Breakdown
March
the month
rootmarch
to walk in a coordinated manner
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