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Definition if the cap fits (wear it) in British English

if the cap fits (wear it) phrase

phrase
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used for saying that if someone thinks that a general criticism you have made is true about them, they should accept the criticism

Example

'He as good as called me a slob!' 'Well, if the cap fits...'

Definition if the cap fits (wear it) in British English