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safe-conduct

nounmasculineformaluncommon/ˈsalvukõˈdutu/sal·vo-con·du·to

Definition

1

An official document authorizing and protecting the free passage of a person, especially in conflict zones or under special authority.

Usage examples

“The diplomat was granted a safe-conduct to cross the border.”
“The safe-conduct ensured his protection during the journey.”

Common combinations

to obtain a safe-conductdiplomatic safe-conductmilitary safe-conduct