Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
underground-passage
Noun
ʌndərˌɡraʊnd ˈpæsɪdʒ
Definition
A route or corridor located below the surface of the ground, primarily used for transportation or access.
Examples
- Many cities have underground passages that connect subway stations to shopping centers.
- During construction, workers often use an underground passage to avoid surface disturbances.
- The underground passage allowed travelers to cross safely during the storm.
Meaning
An underground passage serves as a means of movement that keeps pedestrians or vehicles away from surface-level traffic or hazards.
Synonyms
- Subterranean passage
- Underground tunnel
- Buried corridor
