pass on; successor; infect
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesverb
to pass on (to another); to transmit; to teach
formalOften used for imparting specialized skills, knowledge, or secrets that are traditionally kept within a family or school.
This old traditional Chinese doctor decided to pass on his lifelong medical skills to someone.
Family secret recipes have never been easily passed on to others.
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The master plans to pass on this unique skill to his favorite disciple.
noun
successor; inheritor; bearer of a tradition
formalRefers to a person who inherits and continues a school of thought, art form, craft, or tradition, often a designated disciple or descendant.
He is the authentic successor of the Mei Lanfang school of Peking Opera.
This ancient craft on the verge of being lost has finally found a successor.
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As the fourth-generation successor of the family business, he feels a great responsibility.
verb
(of a disease) to infect others; to be contagious
neutralUsed specifically for the transmission of illnesses from one person to another. Note: This is a less common usage compared to the primary noun and verb meanings related to inheritance.
During flu season, colds are very easily passed on to others.
This virus is mainly transmitted to people through droplets.