safe conduct
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See also: safe-conduct
English
[edit]Alternative forms
[edit]Noun
[edit]- The security given by authority of a government to a stranger for his quietly coming into and passing out of the territories over which said government has jurisdiction or control.
Usage notes
[edit]A safe-conduct differs from a passport because the former is usually given to enemies and the latter to friends, neutrals or citizens.