Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blow-a-fuse
idiom
/bloʊ ə fjuːz/
Definition
To become extremely angry or lose one’s temper suddenly.
Examples
- He really blew a fuse when he found out his car had been towed.
- Trying to fix the printer made her blow a fuse after a long day at work.
- Don’t push her buttons; she might blow a fuse over something small.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe a strong emotional reaction, particularly involving anger or frustration, usually in response to a stressful situation or provocation.
Synonyms
- lose one’s temper
- blow up
- get angry
- fly off the handle
