Meaning of the word pass in English

What does pass mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pass

US /pæs/
UK /pæs/
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Verb

1.

move or cause to move in a specified direction

Example:
A car passed us on the highway.
He passed the ball to his teammate.
2.

go past or across; leave behind or to one side in going

Example:
We passed the old church on our way to the market.
The runner passed his competitor in the final lap.
3.

succeed in an examination or test

Example:
She studied hard to pass her driving test.
I hope I pass all my exams this semester.
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4.

change from one state or condition to another

Example:
The patient's condition began to pass from critical to stable.
The law was passed by the parliament.
5.

happen or occur

Example:
What passed between them remains a mystery.
The event passed without any major incidents.

Noun

1.

a successful completion of an examination or course

Example:
She got a pass on her final exam.
The course requires a pass in all modules.
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2.

a document or ticket allowing free entry or access

Example:
Do you have a concert pass?
He showed his security pass at the gate.
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