What does it mean when someone says I digress?

I digress is a phrase used when someone realizes they've been rambling … for a long time … about something that isn't even relevant to the original question or topic. It can also call attention to a smart observation. Related words: anyways. just saying.

What is digress example?

Digress is defined as to go off topic when speaking or writing. An example of digress is when you are writing a paper about causes of crime and you start to instead write long paragraphs about defenses to crimes. ... To turn aside; esp., to depart temporarily from the main subject in talking or writing.