passer la main

French

Etymology

From poker; literally, "to hand over the lead".

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /pa.se la mɛ̃/

Verb

passer la main

  1. (figuratively) (transitive with à) to step down in favour of, to stand aside in favour of, to pass the mantle to, to pass the torch on to, to pass the baton on to, to hand the reins to; to hang up one's boots
    Synonyms: passer le relais, passer le flambeau
    Antonyms: prendre la relève, prendre le relais
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