safe-conduct
nounmasculineformal/ˈsalvukõˈdutu/low
sal·vo-con·du·to
Definition
An official document authorizing and protecting the free passage of a person, especially in conflict zones or under special authority.
The diplomat was granted a safe-conduct to cross the border.
The safe-conduct ensured his protection during the journey.
Common collocations
to obtain a safe-conductdiplomatic safe-conductmilitary safe-conduct
Etymology
Composto de 'salvo' (do latim 'salvus') e 'conduto' (do latim 'conductus').