The boarding pass
Example: Boarding pass allows passenger to enter flight and aircraft
Definition
"The boarding pass" is a document or electronic ticket issued to a passenger that grants permission to enter an aircraft and board a specific flight. It typically includes details like the passenger's name, flight number, departure time, and seat assignment, serving as proof of purchase and authorization.
Etymology
The term "boarding pass" combines 'boarding,' referring to the act of entering or getting on a vehicle, and 'pass,' meaning a permit or ticket. It emerged with the rise of commercial air travel, where passengers needed proof to board planes, evolving from earlier train and ship travel practices.
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"The boarding pass" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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