get down cold . get down cold {v. phr.} To memorize perfectly. Terry got the text of his speech down cold. Categories: add yours {v. phr.} Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms by A. Makkai, M.T. Boatner, J.E. Gates © 2025 To section: G Subscribe to: American IdiomsIdioms feedEnglish languageHome page and general feed Comment on this entry