Pronunciation: [pˈasɪŋ ˈə͡ʊvə] (IPA) 
Passing Over is spelled with two distinct syllables: "pas-ing o-ver". The first syllable "pas" is pronounced with a short "a" sound (pæs) followed by "ing" (ɪŋ) as in "king". The second syllable "o-ver" is pronounced with a long "o" sound (oʊ) followed by "ver" (vər) as in "never". Together, the word is pronounced as "pas-ing o-ver" (ˈpæsɪŋ ˈoʊvər), which means to move past or ignore something or someone.
Passing over refers to the act of skipping or moving past something or someone, often without giving it or them much attention. It can describe a physical action or a metaphorical disregarding of an object, idea, or person. In a literal sense, passing over can mean to go across or over something, such as a bridge, a street, or a boundary. This action signifies the act of going beyond or bypassing an obstacle, landscape feature, or dividing line.
In a metaphorical sense, passing over involves consciously or unconsciously overlooking or neglecting a particular item or situation. It may involve not giving due attention or consideration to an important matter, thereby missing its significance. For example, in a conversation, passing over someone's remark suggests ignoring or not acknowledging it. Similarly, passing over an argument can mean dismissing or disregarding a counterpoint or alternative perspective.
The term can also have religious or spiritual connotations. In certain belief systems or rituals, passing over refers to the transition from one realm or state to another, often representing the journey from life to death or from the physical realm to the spiritual plane.
Overall, passing over conveys the idea of moving past something, whether physically, metaphorically, or symbolically, without giving it the attention, emphasis, or recognition that it may deserve.
The word "passing over" consists of two parts: "passing" and "over".
The term "passing" comes from the Old English word "passan", meaning "to go by". It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "passaną" and is related to the Old Frisian "passa", Middle Dutch "passen", and Old High German "pfassen".
The word "over" comes from the Old English word "ofer", meaning "above" or "across". It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "ubera" and is related to the Old Frisian "over", Old Saxon "oƀar", Middle Dutch "overe", and Old High German "übera".
