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enclosed passage

[ɪnˈkloʊzd ˈpæsɪdʒ]
nounpl: enclosed passages
passagem fechada
1. A corridor, hallway, or walkway that is completely enclosed or covered by walls and/or roof
The shopping mall has an enclosed passage connecting the two buildings.
O shopping tem uma passagem fechada conectando os dois edifícios.
2. An underground or covered tunnel used for pedestrian or vehicle transit
Commuters use the enclosed passage to avoid bad weather.
Os passageiros usam a passagem fechada para evitar mau tempo.
3. A private or restricted corridor within a building or complex
Only employees can access the enclosed passage behind the administrative office.
Apenas funcionários podem acessar a passagem fechada atrás do escritório administrativo.
Synonyms
covered passageenclosed corridortunnelwalkwayhallway
Antonyms
open passageexposed walkwayoutdoor passage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
passagem fechada
most common term in Brazil
São Paulo
corredor fechado
alternative term emphasizing corridor aspect
Portugal
passagem coberta
European Portuguese preference for 'covered passage'

Related Idioms & Phrases

take the enclosed passage
walk through an enclosed passage
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