Meaning of the word "passing out" in English

What does "passing out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

passing out

US /ˈpæsɪŋ aʊt/
UK /ˈpɑːsɪŋ aʊt/

Phrasal Verb

1.

to become unconscious

Example:
The heat was so intense that several people started passing out.
He drank too much and ended up passing out on the couch.
2.

to distribute something to a group of people

Example:
The teacher started passing out the test papers.
Volunteers were passing out blankets to the homeless.