pass-through
Americannoun
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a windowlike opening, as one for passing food or dishes between a kitchen and a dining area.
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a place through which one passes or is obliged to pass.
Motorists used the park as a pass-through. The new gate will be a pass-through for security clearance.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of pass-through
1950–55, noun and adj. use of verb phrase pass through
Example Sentences
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The utility said 42% of what customers pay is a “mandated pass-through to our water wholesaler, Valley Water, which we have no control over.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
There’s no shortage of cabinet storage or counter space, and a pass-through window connects the room to an outdoor patio, making hosting and cleanup a breeze.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026
Subsidied fuel, coupled with broader electricity bill protection through December, should limit some cost pass-through.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
Even if your money is insured this way, it’s important to read the fine print: “FDIC pass-through insurance protects against the failure of a Program Bank, not the failure of PayPal,” the company’s website says.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 19, 2026
In a little while the plates were collected and the pass-through in the door slammed shut.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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