Aquacades

/ˈɑkwəkeɪdz/ noun

Definition

Plural of aquacade; multiple water shows or synchronized swimming performances.

Etymology

Simple plural of aquacade, created by adding '-s' to the singular form that emerged from 1930s entertainment vocabulary.

Kelly Says

Throughout the mid-20th century, aquacades were as popular as rock concerts are today—cities competed to host them, and performers trained for years to execute underwater lifts and formations!

Ethical Language Guidance

Gender History

Plural of aquacade. Gendered performance terminology from early-to-mid 20th century aquatic entertainment, where synchronized water performances were marketed with feminine aesthetics and branding.

Inclusive Usage

Use gender-neutral alternatives like 'water shows' or 'aquatic performances' to describe multiple aquatic spectacles.

Inclusive Alternatives

["water shows","aquatic performances","aquatic exhibitions"]

Empowerment Note

Women athletes in aquacades developed professional theatrical and athletic careers during a period when few athletic opportunities existed for women.

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