Meaning & Definition of word "Bypass"

Bypass

/ˈbaɪ.pæs/

noun:

  • 1. A road or path that goes around a place, usually to avoid congestion or obstacles.
    • Example: The new bypass will reduce travel time through the city.
  • 2. A method or way of avoiding something.
    • Example: He found a bypass to get around the restrictions on his internet usage.

verb:

  • 1. To go around or avoid a place or an obstacle.
    • Example: We took a different route to bypass the traffic jam.
  • 2. To evade the usual process or rules.
    • Example: The student decided to bypass the formal application process.

Etymology

From the combination of 'by' and 'pass', literally meaning to pass by.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bypass the rules:

To intentionally avoid following the established rules.

bypass surgery:

A medical procedure in which blood flows around a blocked artery.

bypass a question:

To evade answering a question directly.

Related Words

detour:

A longer route that avoids the main route.

circumvent:

To find a way around an obstacle or rule.

alternative:

One of multiple choices or possibilities.

Slang Meanings of bypass

Meaning: To go around certain protocols or regulations.

Example Sentence: They found a way to bypass the formalities and get the job done faster.

Meaning: To cheat or find a loophole in a system.

Example Sentence: He tried to bypass the software restrictions with a hack.