Meaning & use

boarding pass

noun·Everyday

A document or digital ticket that allows a passenger to board a flight, ship, or train.

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She scanned her boarding pass at the gate and hurried onto the plane.

He printed his boarding pass at home to save time at the airport.

A note on using this word

A boarding pass differs from a ticket receipt; airlines usually issue it only after check-in, showing gate, seat, and boarding time.

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