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Definition pass on in British English

pass on phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to give someone something that someone else has given you

Example

When you've read this message, please pass it on.

Example

I'll pass these clothes on to my nephew when my lads have outgrown them.

Synonyms and related words
exchange pass on trade in
2

to give someone an infectious illness

Example

I took the day off work because I didn't want to pass on my flu to everyone in the office.

Synonyms and related words
cause give pass on
2.1

to give something such as a disease to your children through your genes

Example

Women can't get this condition although they can pass it on.

Synonyms and related words
carrier carry chromosome
3

to make someone who is buying something from you pay for the cost of something

Example

The retailer is forced to pass these extra costs on to the customer.

Synonyms and related words
bargain beat down bottom out
4

to arrange for a customer to speak to someone else who can give them the information or service that they have asked you for, because you cannot provide it for them

Example

I'll pass you on to our claims department.

Synonyms and related words
help assist support
Definition pass on in British English