passing
US /ˈpæs.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈpæs.ɪŋ/
1.
the act of moving past something or someone
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The passing of the train shook the ground.
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We observed the passing of a comet.
2.
the end of life; death
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We mourn the sudden passing of our friend.
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Her passing left a void in our hearts.
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2.
satisfactory but not outstanding; acceptable
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His performance was only passing.
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She received a passing grade on the exam.