noun ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A passage, especially for pedestrians, that crosses underneath a road, railroad or obstacle.

   "Underpass / Underpass / Over all the bridges / Echoes in rows / Talking at the same time / Click click drone"

2. 2
   an underground tunnel or passage enabling pedestrians to cross a road or railway wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

subwayaccessaislealleyambulatoryaperture

Antonyms

All antonyms

flyoveroverpass

Example

More examples

"You can get to the other side of the road by going through this underpass."

Etymology

From under- + pass.

Related phrases

pedestrian underpass

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