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passe-partout

noun
  1. That by which one can pass anywhere; a safe-conduct.

    Similar: safe-conduct

  2. A master key.

    Similar: passkey

  3. A light picture frame or mat of cardboard, wood, etc., usually put between the picture and the glass, and sometimes serving for several pictures.

    Similar: matte, matting

Synonymsmatte, matting, passkey, safe-conduct

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