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    Passes (en. Passes)

    /pas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Action or instance of passing, particularly in a context of movement or transmission.
    The pass is necessary to access the concert.
    Le passes est nécessaire pour accéder au concert.
    Document allowing free movement in a restricted area.
    I need a pass to enter the secure area.
    J'ai besoin d'un passes pour entrer dans la zone sécurisée.
    verb
    Action of making something pass or letting someone pass.
    He passes the ball to his teammate.
    Il passe la balle à son coéquipier.
    To move from one place to another.
    She goes through the park every morning.
    Elle passe par le parc chaque matin.

    Etymology

    The word 'passes' derives from the verb 'passer', from the Latin 'passare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    change for small change
    Action of giving change.
    passe monnaie
    master key
    Object or permit allowing access everywhere.
    passe-partout
    hobby
    Activity one does to keep busy.
    passe-temps

    Related Words

    passer
    Verb meaning to move from one place to another.
    passer
    passage
    Action of passing, or place through which one passes.
    passage
    passenger
    Person who travels using a means of transport.
    passager

    Slang Meanings

    Pass in the context of an informal authorization.
    He got a pass to enter the party without an invitation.
    Il a eu un passes pour entrer à la soirée sans invitation.
    To use something temporarily.
    You can take my car, I'll give you a pass.
    Tu peux prendre ma voiture, je te fais un passes.