boarding pass

American  

noun

1. a pass that authorizes a passenger to board an aircraft and is issued after one's ticket has been purchased or collected.

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Etymology

Origin of boarding pass

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

The first-come, first-served program allows those without boarding passes to go through security checkpoints and, if they pass all security screenings, enjoy airport amenities.

From Los Angeles Times

If she doesn’t know someone’s name she asks or sneaks a peek at their boarding pass.

From The Wall Street Journal

It wasn’t until boarding passes were handed out in Kenya that passengers realized they were heading to Johannesburg, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Passengers who present printed boarding passes at airports will no longer be accepted to fly with Ryanair, the company has announced.

From BBC

There, travelers get full lounge amenities and can check their luggage, get a boarding pass and clear security and customs privately.

From The Wall Street Journal