been there, done that

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Definition of been there, done that in English English dictionary

an assertion that the speaker has personal experience or knowledge of a particular place or topic

Paragliding? Been there, done that, bought the T-shirt.

(deyim) Meaning: An assertion that the speaker has already experienced the topic under discussion. Carries that implication that the topic isn't worth further investigation. Origin: Originally, in the late 1980s, a hip use of language: now becoming less so. Later 'got the t-shirt' was sometimes added for extra emphasis

BTDT

Etymology

() Ellipsis for "I have been there and have done that".