English Explanatory Dictionary

fit the bill

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To satisfy a need; to serve a purpose; to fulfill specified requirements.

Pronunciation

en-au-fit the bill.ogg

Word forms

fit the bill fits the bill fitting the bill fill the bill

Etymology

From earlier fill the bill, perhaps from the program (or bill) of theatrical acts.

Synonyms

do it make the grade
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