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Definition pass over in American English

pass over phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to not give someone a better job, choosing instead someone who is younger or has less experience

Example

Bill was upset about being passed over for the marketing job.

Synonyms and related words
advancement aggrandise aggrandize
2

to ignore or not mention a statement or subject

Example

I mentioned that you were unhappy with your salary, but it was passed over.

Definition pass over in American English