Definitions

1. noun

a series of steps or a series of objects falling or flowing from a higher to a lower level, especially a series of waterfalls or a series of rocks or steps.

“The tourist hiked to the top of the waterfall and marveled at the natural cascade.”

2. verb

to flow or fall in a series of steps or drops, especially water flowing over a steep or rocky surface.

“The river cascaded over the edge of the cliff, creating a beautiful waterfall.”

3. noun

a sudden or large amount of something, especially information.

“The news of the accident caused a cascade of phone calls to the emergency services.”