bypassing
|by-pass-ing|
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/ˈbaɪˌpæsɪŋ/
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/ˈbaɪˌpɑːsɪŋ/
(bypass)
alternative route
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bypass' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bipass,' where 'bi-' meant 'around' and 'pass' meant 'to go.'
Historical Evolution
'bipass' transformed into the modern English word 'bypass' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go around something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of going around or avoiding an obstacle or problem.
Bypassing the traffic jam saved us a lot of time.
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Verb 2
present participle form of 'bypass'.
Bypassing the main road, we took a scenic route.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45