Associations to the word «Passport»

Pictures for the word «Passport»

Wiktionary

PASSPORT, noun. An official document normally used for international journeys, which proves the identity and nationality of the person for whom it was issued.
PASSPORT, noun. (by extension) (informal) Any document that allows entry or passage.
PASSPORT, noun. (figuratively) Something which enables someone to do or achieve something.
PASSPORT BABY, noun. (chiefly Canada) Alternative term for anchor baby

Dictionary definition

PASSPORT, noun. Any authorization to pass or go somewhere; "the pass to visit had a strict time limit".
PASSPORT, noun. A document issued by a country to a citizen allowing that person to travel abroad and re-enter the home country.
PASSPORT, noun. Any quality or characteristic that gains a person a favorable reception or acceptance or admission; "her pleasant personality is already a recommendation"; "his wealth was not a passport into the exclusive circles of society".

Wise words

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