Definition of in a snit

in a snit

adjective

annoyed or angry.
He's been in a snit all morning.
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Last edited on Feb 21 2014. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Sep 14 2009.

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Generally the use of this expression conveys that the speaker thinks the person's mood is unjustified.
Last edited on Feb 21 2014. Submitted by Anonymous on Feb 21 2014.

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