a hysterical condition that can arise from cramped conditions on a boat. this causes such a severe panic attack that it can put fellow passengers in danger. in these circumstances, it is legal for the captain to shoot and incapacitate the boat happy person to prevent further injuries and death.
angie started freaking out on the liferaft. she got boat happy and nearly capsized the whole vessel, so captain ashcroft had to shoot her in the face.
by Left Turn Clyde November 29, 2009