PASSPORT


Meaning of PASSPORT in English

n. 1 an official document issued by a government certifying the holder's identity and citizenship, and entitling the holder to travel under its protection to and from foreign countries. 2 (foll. by to) a thing that ensures admission or attainment (a passport to success).

[ F passeport (as PASS(1), PORT(1)) ]

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