go cap in hand (to somebody)
idiomPart ofcap
go cap in hand (to somebody) — idiom
1. To ask someone for something, usually money, in a humble way that shows you are
1.idiom
Definition
To ask someone for something, usually money, in a humble way that shows you are in a weaker position.
Example
Diego refused to go cap in hand to his wealthy uncle.
After losing her job, Maya had to go cap in hand to the bank.