Passage
Noun
UK
/ˈpæs.ɪdʒ/
US
/ˈpæs.ɪdʒ/
Definition
A short piece of writing, or a way or space for moving through or between places.
Example
"She read a passage from the novel aloud."
"The passage was narrow and difficult to walk through safely."
"The passage of time helped him understand the situation better."
Explanation
A passage is a short piece of written text taken from a book, article, or speech. It can also mean a way or path that allows movement from one place to another, such as a hallway or narrow space. In time-related use, passage refers to the movement of time itself. The exact meaning depends on the situation, but all uses involve movement or transition.