דרכון

Definition

An official document needed for traveling abroad.

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Etymology

'דרכון' (darkon) is derived from the Arabic word 'جواز' (jawaz), which means 'passage'. The term became formalized in Hebrew during the 20th century with the rise of international travel and demands for identification.

How & Where It’s Used

'דרכון' is primarily used in formal written contexts, especially relating to travel and international law, but it is also understood in everyday spoken language in discussions about travel.

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