"snit fit" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: snit fits [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} snit fit (plural snit fits)
  1. (informal, US) A tantrum; an excessive display of anger or disapproval. Tags: US, informal Synonyms: hissy fit, shit fit, tantrum, snit-fit

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