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Definition of havin' a meltdown

have a meltdown

verb

  • to become extremely angry.
    I almost had a meltdown when I wrecked my jeep.

    Last edited on Apr 17 1998. Submitted by Roderick Montgomery from Terre Haute, IN, USA on Apr 17 1998.

  • To fall apart or break down from too extreme or prolonged emotionally derived somatic overload.

    Last edited on Nov 30 2014. Submitted by Anonymous from Seattle, WA, USA on Nov 30 2014.

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Definitions include: amphetamine.
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Definitions include: an ugly face.

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Definitions include: "The answer to your question is obviously 'yes'."
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Definitions include: acronym for "good luck, have fun".
Definitions include: acronym for "have a great summer".
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Definitions include: a promiscuous woman.
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Definitions include: to have a grudge to discuss.

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