hissy
English
Etymology
hiss + -y
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈhɪsi/
- Rhymes: -ɪsi
Adjective
hissy (comparative hissier, superlative hissiest)
- Accompanied with hisses.
- Making a hissing sound.
- Childish or petulant.
Derived terms
- hissy fit
- tissy
Noun
hissy (plural hissies)
- (US) A tantrum, a fit.
Synonyms
- See Thesaurus:tantrum