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Definition passing in American English

passing noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈpæsɪŋ/
1

someone's death. This word is used to avoid saying "death" when you think this might upset someone

Example

She was a wonderful teacher, and her passing is a great loss to the school.

Synonyms and related words
morbidity death mortality
2

the process by which time passes

Example

Even with the passing of time, nothing had happened to change his view.

Synonyms and related words
passing go by wear on
3

the process by which something ends or stops existing

Example

It's sad to see the passing of their traditional way of life.

Synonyms and related words
end ending finish
Definition passing in American English