To wear one's heart on one's sleeve

Posted by Marian on January 14, 2002

I believe I understand the meaning of this phrase (to show one's emotions openly, particularly longing or adoration for another person) but I wonder about its origin.

• Re: To wear one's heart on one's sleeve Word Camel 01/14/02
• Old Bill used it R. Berg 01/14/02
  • Re: Old Bill used it ESC 01/14/02
    • Re: Old Bill used it Marian 01/14/02