Meaning of the word "over shoes, over boots" in English

What does "over shoes, over boots" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

over shoes, over boots

US /ˈoʊ.vər ʃuz, ˈoʊ.vər buts/
UK /ˈəʊ.və ʃuːz, ˈəʊ.və buːts/
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Idiom

to be completely involved in something, especially a difficult or problematic situation, to the point where one cannot easily withdraw

Example:
He didn't mean to get involved in the scandal, but now he is over shoes, over boots.
Once you start this project, you'll be over shoes, over boots before you know it.