What it means
A sharp little brush-off that means go away or leave me alone. It’s rude, but not full-on swearing, so you can say it when you’re annoyed without going nuclear. Works best with a proper deadpan tone, though mates also chuck it in jokingly when someone’s being cheeky or pestering you for favours.
Usage examples
"Oi, stop trying to nick my crisps and my last biscuit. Get lost, mate, I’m starving. Go grab your own from the shop."
"Told the cold caller to get lost and hung up before he finished the pitch."
"Get lost, the pair of you, I'm trying to watch the match in peace."
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