Definition of en passant in English:
en passant
adverb ɒ̃ paˈsɑːntɒ̃ ˈpasɒ̃ɑ̃pæˈsɑ̃
1By the way; incidentally.
the singular distinction of being mentioned, en passant, in an Act of Parliament
Example sentencesExamples
- Almost en passant, the album redefined the job and the self-image of the DJ.
Synonyms
in passing, incidentally, by the way, parenthetically, while on the subject, apropos
2Chess
By the en passant rule.
Example sentencesExamples
- If White plays another move he cannot then decide to capture en passant!
- Only pawns can be captured en passant.
Phrases
The rule that a pawn making a first move of two squares instead of one may nevertheless be immediately captured by an opposing pawn on the fifth rank.
Example sentencesExamples
- Although you may play a hundred games, and never have to use the En Passant rule, you should know it if your opponent uses it.
- This en passant rule must happen on the current move of the game.
Origin
Early 17th century: French, literally 'in passing'.