1 definition by Harl Windwolf
"Hives" is sometimes used as a sort of abbreviation for "hyperventilation", thus someone "getting the hives" when doing something specific could mean that he/she is so very excited by doing it that it causes him/her to hyperventilate.
Hyperventilation can more often be observed in children or people who tend to react a bit child-like (just to these specific things). Nevertheless, using the expression "hives" doesn't necessarily mean that they *actually* hyperventilate, only that they're overly excited.
Hyperventilation can more often be observed in children or people who tend to react a bit child-like (just to these specific things). Nevertheless, using the expression "hives" doesn't necessarily mean that they *actually* hyperventilate, only that they're overly excited.
OMG! I was just able to get my hands on one of those spectacular new '60s-styled klogs! *hives*
Oh, don't be too bothered by all the enthusiasm. Frances always gets the hives when she has the opportunity to spend some time with the horses.
Oh, don't be too bothered by all the enthusiasm. Frances always gets the hives when she has the opportunity to spend some time with the horses.
by Harl Windwolf May 19, 2011