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How did the phrase conniption fit originate?
The origins of the word conniption, which appeared in usage in the 1830s, are cloudy and several theories have taken root into possible origins of the word: 1) Conniption is a literal corruption of the word 'corruption' which at one time meant feelings of anger or sadness. 2) Conniption is a nonsense word hinting at a mock latin origin. 3) Conniption is of Yiddish origins, such as the word Knish, due to the use of hard Ks and Ns.
What is the plural spelling of conniption?
The plural of conniption is spelled "conniptions". Conniption is an American and Canadian slang word, meaning a fit of rage, alarm or hysteria. It is rarely, if ever, heard in the rest of the world.
Who first coined the word Pentium?
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How Do You Use Connipition in a sentence?
A conniption is a burst of rage or anger. It is also used with the word fit denoting a tantrum. Mary pitched a conniption fit when she found out her brother broke her Ipod.
Who coined the word stress and the year this term was first used in the mental health field?
A scientist in Montreal, Canada named Hans Selye first coined the word in 1936.
Was the first usage of the word homeland coined by Hitler?
yes
Who coined the word demography for the first time?
Achille Guillard
Who first coined the word safety?
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How do you spell kaneption?
The correct spelling is conniption (also conniptions, conniption fit), an angry or hysterical outburst.
Who coined the word swagger?
Shakespeare was the first who used it in "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
What is ballistic Conniption?
The OGMS band
How do you use conniption in a sentence?
When she came downstairs and saw what herchildren were eating, she had a conniption.Conniption is a slang word, used only informally.
