The term is used to describe a situation wherein someone appears to be inappropriately belligerent or bellicose relative to the discussion at hand. It can apply to men or women.
Now, if you were in west Texas, it would go something like "Sugar, what have you got your panties in a knot over?" I'm sure there are other regionalisms that would describe this situation - these are just two that I would use.
I understood your meaning, just unclear as to what made you think I was either belligerent or bellicose. My intent was a rational discussion. Unfortunately, others did not wish the same.
Now, if you were in west Texas, it would go something like "Sugar, what have you got your panties in a knot over?" I'm sure there are other regionalisms that would describe this situation - these are just two that I would use.
Which is why I am familiar with both, having been in El Paso and Lubbock. Although, I'm not sure if Lubbock qualifies as West Texas.
At your service, WhiteKnight