Hat in hand In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "hat in hand", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jimmy Hung calendar 2021-01-27 02:01

Meaning of Hat in hand

Synonyms:

cap in hand

Hat in hand informal adverb

In a humble manner, when taking off the hat and the hat in hand that shows a gesture of respect.

She was forced to apologize hat in hand for the offensive action

They could not go hat in hand to those who had already chipped in to help

Already Citigroup has been forced to go to Dubai hat in hand and ask for billions in cash

Other phrases about:

cock a snook at somebody/something

 To say or do something intentionally to show that you have disrespect for someone or something

tug (one's) forelock

To show too much respect to higher class people

fall on (one's) knees

To go down on one or both of one's knees in order to express respect, awe, penitence, subjection or reverence

hold sb in high/low repute
To show a big/small respect for someone
pay tribute to (someone or something)

To praise, admire, or respect someone or something in a public way

Grammar and Usage of Hat in hand

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