To set one's cap

Posted by Tim Nolan on November 13, 2005

How old is the expression "to set one's cap" and where did it originate? This subject came up on a Trollope list recently and we had several theories. It is used to mean deciding to "catch" a particular person for matrimony.

• To set one's cap R. Berg 13/November/05
  • To set one's cap Victoria S Dennis 13/November/05