boarding pass
Definition
- Noun:
- A document, typically a card or piece of paper, issued by an airline or other carrier that grants a passenger permission to board a specific vehicle (especially an aircraft) for a specific journey. It is usually obtained after check-in and contains essential flight information.
Usage
- A boarding pass is required to proceed through security and to board an aircraft. It is distinct from an airline ticket, which is proof of purchase. The boarding pass is the final authorization for travel.
- It is typically received at the airport check-in counter, at a self-service kiosk, or electronically on a mobile device.
Examples
- Noun:
- Please have your boarding pass and identification ready for inspection.
- I checked in online and downloaded my boarding pass to my phone.
- The gate agent scanned the barcode on her boarding pass.
Advanced Usage
- "Electronic boarding pass" or "mobile boarding pass": A digital version of the boarding pass displayed on a smartphone or tablet, used in place of a paper document.
- Most airlines now accept mobile boarding passes at security checkpoints.
Variants and Related Words
- Boarding card: A synonym for boarding pass, more commonly used in British English.
- He showed his boarding card at the gate.
- Pass: A more general term for a document granting permission, entry, or access. A boarding pass is a specific type of pass.
Synonyms
- Boarding card
- Embarkation card (less common)
Related Phrases
- To check in for a flight: The process that results in receiving a boarding pass.
- To present a boarding pass: To show it to an official.
- Gate information: One of the key details usually found on a boarding pass.
Noun
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a pass that allows you to board a ship or plane
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