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civilian passage

[sɪˈvɪliən ˈpæsɪdʒ]
nounpl: civilian passages
passagem civil
1. The right or permission for non-military personnel to travel through a territory, often during conflict or restricted access situations
The humanitarian organization negotiated civilian passage through the war zone.
A organização humanitária negociou passagem civil através da zona de guerra.
2. A corridor or route specifically designated for the movement of civilians in contrast to military operations
Safe civilian passage was established to evacuate residents from the conflict area.
Uma passagem civil segura foi estabelecida para evacuar residentes da área de conflito.
3. Legal or official authorization allowing civilians to cross borders or checkpoints
Refugees were granted civilian passage to escape the dangerous region.
Refugiados receberam passagem civil para escapar da região perigosa.
Synonyms
safe passagecivilian corridorsafe corridorhumanitarian corridor
Antonyms
military passagerestricted accessblockade

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
passagem civil
Standard term used in official and humanitarian contexts
Portugal
passagem de civis
Alternative phrasing emphasizing the civilians themselves
General
corredor humanitário
Often used interchangeably in humanitarian operations

Related Idioms & Phrases

grant civilian passage
safe passage for civilians
establish a civilian corridor
negotiate civilian passage
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