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Hotdog - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A hotdog is a cooked sausage served in a sliced bun, often topped with condiments like mustard, ketchup, or onions. It is a popular fast food in many countries.

hotdog

/ˈhɑtˌdɔɡ/ /ˈhɒtˌdɒɡ/

Definition:

A cooked sausage served in a sliced bun, often with toppings like mustard or ketchup.

Synonyms:

frankfurter, wiener, sausage

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

salad, vegetable

Common Collocations:

hotdog stand, hotdog bun, hotdog toppings

Derivatives:

hotdogger (one who shows off), hotdogging (showing off)

Usage Tips:

Use "hotdog" as a noun for the food or informally as a verb meaning to show off skillfully.

Common Phrases:

hotdog down a hallway, not my first rodeo but still a hotdog

Etymology:

Originated in 19th-century America, combining "hot" (heated) and "dog" (possibly from "dachshund sausage").

Examples:

  • 1. She bought a hotdog at the baseball game.
  • 2. He loves adding relish to his hotdog.
  • 3. The vendor sells hotdogs near the park entrance.
  • 4. Don’t hotdog on your skateboard—it’s dangerous!

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