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Hissy Fit

Gender  MaleFemale
Type  Single Name
Species  Cat

Meaning

A sudden period of uncontrolled childish anger - throws a 'hissy fit' around other cats.

Related Names

Hiss, Fits, Missy.

Famous Usage

The term 'throwing a hissy fit' became popular in American vernacular during the 1930s, particularly in the Southern United States.

Screen Details

Though not used as a character name, hissy fits are featured prominently in comedy shows and movies like 'Steel Magnolias' (1989) where characters dramatically throw tantrums. The term is often used in reality TV shows to describe dramatic outbursts.

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For one of your more feisty friends.

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