passing

[ˈpæsɪŋ]

passing Definition

• 1. the act of moving past or through something
• 2. the process of time going by
• 3. the act of dying

Using passing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "passing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The passing of time can be felt in the changing seasons.

• Example

  He made a passing reference to the issue during the meeting.

• Example

  Her passing was a great loss to the community.

passing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for passing

• death
• demise
• going by
• moving on

Phrases with passing

• in passing

  briefly or casually mentioned

  Example

  He mentioned the idea in passing, but didn't elaborate on it.

• passing shot

  a shot in sports, especially tennis, that is hit while running towards the net

  Example

  She won the point with a passing shot down the line.

• passing fancy

  a temporary interest or attraction

  Example

  His love for her was just a passing fancy and soon faded away.

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Summary: passing in Brief

The term 'passing' [ˈpæsɪŋ] refers to movement past or through something, the process of time going by, and the act of dying. It can be used in phrases like 'in passing' and 'passing shot,' and in the informal sense of 'kicking the bucket.'