Meaning of the word cascade in English

What does cascade mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cascade

US /kæsˈkeɪd/
UK /kæsˈkeɪd/
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Noun

1.

a small waterfall, typically one of several that fall in stages down a steep rocky slope

Example:
The river flowed over a series of beautiful cascades.
We hiked to see the hidden cascade in the forest.
2.

a large number of things or people that happen or are arranged in a series

Example:
The news triggered a cascade of reactions.
A cascade of emails flooded my inbox.

Verb

1.

to fall or flow in a cascade

Example:
Her hair cascaded down her shoulders.
Water cascaded over the rocks into the pool below.
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