An expression used when one becomes overly excited in an awkward situation in order to make the situation even more awkward. Sometimes viewed sexually by the listener and then, in turn, by the speaker, thereby making the situation even more awkward.
Tiffy: Going to Whole Foods is so exciting!
Elliott: Yeah, I'm bursting in my britches
Tiffy: *glares*
Elliott: Oh gosh, Oh no, Bad News Bears, I feel so awkward
(SILENT AWKWARD PAUSE)
Elliott: Yeah, I'm bursting in my britches
Tiffy: *glares*
Elliott: Oh gosh, Oh no, Bad News Bears, I feel so awkward
(SILENT AWKWARD PAUSE)
by Fanny July 28, 2005