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1hot dog
noun \ˈhät-ˌdȯg\
: a small cooked sausage that is mild in flavor and is usually served in a long roll (called a hot dog bun)
: a person (such as an athlete) who performs or plays in a way that is meant to attract attention : a person who hotdogs
—used to express approval or pleasure
Full Definition of HOT DOG
1
: frankfurter; especially : a frankfurter heated and served in a long split roll
2
[perhaps from 2hot dog] : one that hotdogs; also : show-off
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First Known Use of HOT DOG
1895
2hot dog
interjection \ˈhät-ˈdȯg\
Definition of HOT DOG
—used to express approval or gratification
First Known Use of HOT DOG
circa 1906
HOT DOG Defined for Kids
hot dog
noun \ˈhät-ˌdȯg\
Definition of HOT DOG for Kids
: a frankfurter cooked and then served in a long split roll
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