Fit the bill

Meaning

Meet the requirements of a particular situation.

Usage

Used when evaluating candidates or solutions.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Probably from theatre posters: an actor who 'filled the bill' matched what the poster promised.

Recorded from the 19th century.