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From the act of removing one's headwear as a sign of respect or submission. Attested from the 19th century.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Today it means: In a humble and respectful manner. Full definition →
Today it means: In a humble and respectful manner. Full definition →
From the act of removing one's headwear as a sign of respect or submission. Attested from the 19th century.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.