Entry Word: pass

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 a narrow opening between hillsides or mountains that can be used for passage <a mountain pass that was impassable during the winter> — see canyon
2 a passage cleared for public vehicular travel <take the second pass on the right> — see way 1
3 a small sheet of plastic, paper, or paperboard showing that the bearer has a claim to something (as admittance) <a bathroom pass> — see ticket 1
4 an effort to do or accomplish something <a final pass at the assignment> — see attempt