pass the time of day . pass the time of day {v. phr.} To exchange greetings; stop for a chat. They met at the corner and paused to pass the time of day. Categories: add yours greeting time {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2024 » In RussianTo section: P Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Discuss