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Added 9 October 2026

prom

/pɹɑm/ noun

noun Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about prom at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A promenade concert.
A concert of classical music, usually playing popular pieces and aimed at the general public (especially one of the BBC Proms).
A promenade (place where one takes a leisurely walk, especially by the seaside).

verb

To attend a prom.

Origin

Clipping of promenade.

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