pass around vs pass on

pass around and pass on both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
pass around	No	No	Yes	No
pass on	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, pass around and pass on are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of pass around include circulate, distribute.

pass around (verb)	pass on (verb)
cause to become widely known	transmit information
cause to be distributed	cause to be distributed
	move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
	give to or transfer possession of
	place into the hands or custody of
	transmit (knowledge or skills)
	refer to another person for decision or judgment