passages
|pas-sag-es|
B2
/ˈpæsɪdʒɪz/
(passage)
movement or transition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'passage' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'passage', where 'passer' meant 'to pass'.
Historical Evolution
'passage' changed from the Old French word 'passage' and eventually became the modern English word 'passage'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the act of passing', but over time it evolved into its current meanings, including 'a section of text' and 'a corridor'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a section of text, particularly a section of medium length.
The teacher asked us to read a passage from the book.
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Noun 2
a corridor or pathway through which one can travel.
The narrow passage led to a hidden garden.
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Last updated: 2025/02/11 09:07