tantrum
noun
- type of anger outburst engaged in typically by young children
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈtæn.tɹəm/
noun
Etymology: From earlier tanterum. Further etymology unknown.
- An often childish display or fit of bad temper.
“Many parents become embarrassed by their children throwing tantrums in public places.”
“Baby Shawn threw a tantrum when he was told the bicycle was not his.”
verb
Etymology: From earlier tanterum. Further etymology unknown.
- To throw a tantrum.