Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
have-a-cow
idiom
/ˈhæv ə kaʊ/
Definition
To become very upset or angry about something.
Examples
- When she heard the news about the project being canceled, she really had a cow.
- Don’t have a cow just because we’re running a little late!
- If he finds out you borrowed his car without asking, he’s going to have a cow.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe someone who overreacts to a situation, especially when their reaction is disproportionate to the issue at hand.
Synonyms
- Freak out
- Get upset
- Blow a gasket
- Flip out
