word collector's definitions

chihuahua

(n.) A person who demonstrates the characteristics of the breed of small dogs known as chihuahuas: a lot of barking and nipping at the ankles of others, with little bite for defense. One who criticizes others harshly and needlessly and with great gusto in order to feel falsely superior.

Nikki: The new secretary really needs some breath mints and maybe a comb for that hair!
Margie: Geez, Nikki. You're such a chihuahua. Give the woman a break, would you?

by word collector September 3, 2007