fantod

American

[fan-tod] / ˈfæn tɒd /

noun

Usually the fantods a state of extreme nervousness or restlessness; the willies; the fidgets.

We all developed the fantods when the plane was late in arriving.
Sometimes fantods a sudden outpouring of anger, outrage, or a similar intense emotion.

fantod British

/ ˈfæntəd /

noun

crotchety or faddish behaviour
(pl) a state of restlessness or unease

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Etymology

Origin of fantod

First recorded in 1835–40; of obscure origin; possibly fant(igue) (earlier fantique, perhaps blend of fantasy and frantic; -igue probably by association with fatigue ) + -od(s); see -s ³

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It's the dreaded Highgollacum fantod from the forest.

From Rolling Stones by Henry, O.

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