# cap in hand

> English word · Adverb

## Definitions
1. In a humble and respectful manner.

## Etymology
From the act of removing one's headwear as a sign of respect or submission. Attested from the 19th century.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/cap-in-hand