The term 'PASS ON, AS A BATON' can be solved by the crossword solution 'RELAY'. A RELAY is a type of race in which teams of runners pass a baton to each other in order to complete a certain distance. The first runner starts with the baton and passes it to the next runner, who then passes it to the next runner, and so on until the last runner crosses the finish line. RELAY races are popular in track and field events, as well as in swimming competitions.