tantrum
nounfeminine/ˈbi.ʁɐ/medium
bir·ra
Definition
Act or behaviour of a child (or adult) who is stubborn, irritable and whiny to get something or express displeasure.
The toddler threw a tantrum in the middle of the toy store.
He's in a bad mood and prone to tantrums when he's tired.
Idiomatic expressions
- To throw a tantrum (to refuse to cooperate or accept something, behaving in an irritated manner)
Etymology
Do italiano 'birra', por sua vez do alemão 'Bier'.