put on the wooden overcoat
The phrase "put on the wooden overcoat" is a euphemism or slang term that refers to someone dying or being buried. It is often used as a way to delicately or humorously describe the act of someone's passing. The "wooden overcoat" refers to a coffin or casket, which is traditionally made of wood.
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