Phrase guide

I'll get my coat

phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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phrase

Meaning 1

An admission that one has embarrassed oneself and should leave.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Internet, UK, humorous

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: IGMC, I'll see myself out

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From a recurring sketch in British 1990s comedy series The Fast Show, in which a character embarrasses himself and announces "I'll get my coat" (pronounced as "me coat") before departing.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Georgian: ჩემით გავალ (čemit gaval) — Translations
  • Polish: sam trafię do wyjścia — Translations