Definition of Pass
Pass
Pass


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To move past something or someone, or to approve or accept something.

e.g. She will pass the ball to her teammate during the game.

(verb)
to elapse or go by, in terms of time;

e.g. A lot of time had passed after they had dinner.

(verb)
to complete or perform successfully;

e.g. This semester I am going to pass all my classes with stellar grades.

(verb)
to circulate or spread among;

e.g. Can you pass around the petition in the classroom so that everyone can sign it?

(verb)
to approve or sanction;

e.g. I hope they will pass the bill to increase minimum wage.

(verb)
to express or utter;

e.g. She passed a snide remark about the loud passengers on the train.

(noun)
a ticket, or permit that authorizes the holder to enter or have access to a form of transport, an event, or a place;

e.g. Without a bus pass, you cannot get a ride on the public bus.



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