Pass a round
verb
To distribute something to a group of people, often in a circular motion.
After the toast, the bride's father began to pass a round of champagne for everyone to celebrate.
Often appears as...
- pass a round of drinks
- pass a round of applause
verb
To share information or ideas in a group discussion.
During the brainstorming session, we decided to pass a round of ideas to see which one was most popular.
Often appears as...
- pass a round of ideas
- pass a round of suggestions
Usage tips
Academic
verb
To distribute something to a group of people, often in a circular motion.
After the toast, the bride's father began to pass a round of champagne for everyone to celebrate.
Often appears as...
- pass a round of drinks
- pass a round of applause
verb
To share information or ideas in a group discussion.
During the brainstorming session, we decided to pass a round of ideas to see which one was most popular.
Often appears as...
- pass a round of ideas
- pass a round of suggestions
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Implies physically handing items to others, often in a sequence until everyone has received one.
At the meeting, they began to pass a round of brochures for the attendees.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Gatherings
Commonly used during parties or celebrations where items like food or drinks are distributed.
She graciously started to pass a round of canapés to her guests.
Pro Tip 3/3Including Everyone
The phrase emphasizes inclusion, making sure each person in the group is offered something.
He didn't forget to pass a round of snacks even to the latecomers.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Implies physically handing items to others, often in a sequence until everyone has received one.
At the meeting, they began to pass a round of brochures for the attendees.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Gatherings
Commonly used during parties or celebrations where items like food or drinks are distributed.
She graciously started to pass a round of canapés to her guests.
Pro Tip 3/3Including Everyone
The phrase emphasizes inclusion, making sure each person in the group is offered something.
He didn't forget to pass a round of snacks even to the latecomers.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Implies physically handing items to others, often in a sequence until everyone has received one.
At the meeting, they began to pass a round of brochures for the attendees.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Gatherings
Commonly used during parties or celebrations where items like food or drinks are distributed.
She graciously started to pass a round of canapés to her guests.
Pro Tip 3/3Including Everyone
The phrase emphasizes inclusion, making sure each person in the group is offered something.
He didn't forget to pass a round of snacks even to the latecomers.
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