(hissy-fit) Main Entry: hissyfit Function: verb Etymology 1: Used on west coast by mothers, circa 1952- Date: ?? 1: A tantrum. A loud outcry followed by stamping feet, clawing, biting, or obnoxious tears. 2: An overt negative response for no reason. A long response in the negative.
Madona had a hissyfit after she was sued for noise pollution.
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