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Meaning of pass on
The primary meaning of "pass on" is to give something to someone else, often after you have had it for a while.
Etymology of pass on
The phrase "pass on" originated from the Old French word "passer," meaning "to step" or "to go," and the Old English word "on," meaning "forward" or "ahead"
Historically, "pass on" was used to describe the act of moving or transferring something from one person or place to another
Synonyms
Definitions
- To give something to someone else, often after you have had it for a while
- * To die
- * To refuse or decline something
- * To move something from one person or place to another
Usage Examples
- She decided to pass on the family business to her son
- * He passed on the message to his colleague
- * Unfortunately, she passed on after a long illness
- * I'm going to pass on the dessert, thank you