Promenade
/ˌprɒm.əˈnɑːd/noun
A leisurely walk, especially in a public place, or a place for strolling.
Did you know?Promenade entered English through French from a Latin verb tied to leading or guiding forward, which is why the word still carries that sense of deliberate, almost ceremonial movement.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
promenare
“to drive or lead forward”
Old French
Old French
promener
“to lead about, take for a walk”
Middle French
French
promenade
“a walk, a place for walking”
17th Century
English
promenade
“a leisurely walk or stroll”
Modern English
English
promenade
“a leisurely walk or a place designed for strolling”