passage

(noun) the act of passing from one state or place to the next. Synonyms: transition.

(noun) a section of text; particularly a section of medium length.

(noun) a way through or along which someone or something may pass.

(noun) the passing of a law by a legislative body. Synonyms: enactment.

(noun) a journey usually by ship. Synonyms: transit. Example: "The outward passage took 10 days."

(noun) a short section of a musical composition. Synonyms: musical passage.

(noun) a path or channel or duct through or along which something may pass. Synonyms: passageway. Example: "The nasal passages."

(noun) a bodily reaction of changing from one place or stage to another. Synonyms: passing. Examples: "The passage of air from the lungs." "The passing of flatus."

(noun) the motion of one object relative to another. Synonyms: passing. Example: "Stellar passings can perturb the orbits of comets."

(noun) the act of passing something to another person. Synonyms: handing over.