have a cow

idiomPart ofcow

have a cow — idiom

1. to become very angry or extremely anxious about something, especially something

1.idiom
Definition

to become very angry or extremely anxious about something, especially something that does not deserve such a strong reaction

Example

My grandmother will have a cow when she sees the muddy footprints on her new carpet.

Don't have a cow — I only spilled a few drops of water on the kitchen table.