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Definitions by Dr. McP

red jacket

n. A character in a science fiction show, who dies soon in the episode. This character often acts nonchalant or sometimes even cowardly. Often their name is only mentioned in passing, or are given no name at all.

Taken from characters in Star Trek who wore red shirt/jackety things.
Random guy: What could possibly go wrong?
Other character: Ooooh, he's gonna be a red jacket...
red jacket by Dr. McP August 18, 2006

tie your shoe at your funeral 

An expression of sarcastic pity or sympathy.
Person 1: Like, oh. my. gawd. I broke a nail!!! I'm, like, dying!
Person 2: (sarcastically) Awww, I'll tie your shoe at your funeral.

try not to die 

an expression of irritation when someone acts overly dramatic in a situation
Person 1: OMG!!! I forgot to study! *faints*
Person 2: Oh, try not to die!
try not to die by Dr. McP May 17, 2006