hand on

British  

verb

1. (tr, adverb) to pass to the next in a succession

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hand on Idioms  

1. Turn over to another, as in When you've read it, please hand it on to Sam. This term can also be used in the sense of “bequeath” (see hand down, def. 1). [Second half of 1800s]

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Example Sentences

Tucker jogged off the field into the dugout, his hand on his right side as he talked to hitting coach Aaron Bates.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

The charity also recommends the pavement test: if you can't comfortably hold your hand on the ground for five seconds, it's too hot for your dog's paws, external.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

“Show me the criticism of raw milk if it’s safe,” he told me, one hand on the wheel, the other punctuating his points in the air.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

Harry Byrne walloped the restart after Lucu's try dead, and while Bielle-Biarrey also kicked one long, the ball brushed Keenan's hand on its way through.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

I put my hand on his shoulder and patted his thin back.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff

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