A pet peeve is a minor annoyance that an individual finds particularly irritating to them, to a greater degree than would be expected based on the experience of others
. The term "pet" in "pet peeve" does not refer to an animal, but rather is used to indicate that the annoyance is something that is personal to the individual, like a favorite or cherished thing
. Pet peeves can involve specific behaviors of someone close, such as a spouse or significant other, and may involve disrespect, manners, personal hygiene, relationships, and family issues
