passage

/ˈpæsɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A section of a book, document, or other written work; a passage of time; a route or track, especially one through a difficult or remote area; a part of a river or sea that can be navigated through a shallow or narrow point; a means of access or passage, such as a doorway, gate, or tunnel

“The passage of time seemed to slow down as we hiked through the wilderness.”

2. noun

A musical passage; a section of a musical composition

“The piano solo was a beautiful passage that showcased the musician’s skill.”

3. verb

To pass or move through something; to travel or go through a place, especially a difficult or remote area

“The hikers had to passage the mountain range to reach the summit.”

4. verb

To pass from one stage or state to another

“The company is passage through a period of rapid growth and expansion.”

5. verb

To convey or transmit something, such as a message or a signal

“The satellite passage the signal to the receiving station.”

Synonyms

  • channel
  • doorway
  • gate
  • path
  • route
  • section
  • tunnel

Antonyms

  • barrier
  • obstruction