Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [hot dawg, dog]
- /hɒt dɔg, dɒg/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [hot dawg, dog]
- /hɒt dɔg, dɒg/
Definitions of hot-dog word
- verb without object hot-dog to perform unusual or very intricate maneuvers in a sport, especially surfing or skiing. 1
- verb without object hot-dog to perform in a recklessly or flamboyantly skillful manner, as in a sport or athletic activity; show off. 1
- adjective hot-dog skillful or excellent, as in sports performance. 1
- adjective hot-dog of, indicating, or for a type of sports activity, especially surfing or skiing, in which intricate and potentially dangerous stunts are performed. 1
- adjective hot-dog intended or done to draw attention; showy or sensational. 1
- noun hot-dog a frankfurter. 1
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Origin of hot-dog
First appearance:
before 1895 One of the 18% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1895-1900
Historical Comparancy
Parts of speech for Hot-dog
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
hot-dog popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
Synonyms for hot-dog
noun hot-dog
- sausage — minced pork, beef, or other meats, often combined, together with various added ingredients and seasonings, usually stuffed into a prepared intestine or other casing and often made in links.
- frankfurter — Felix, 1882–1965, U.S. jurist, born in Austria: associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court 1939–62.
- boaster — a chisel for boasting stone.
- dog — a domesticated canid, Canis familiaris, bred in many varieties.
- frank — direct and unreserved in speech; straightforward; sincere: Her criticism of my work was frank but absolutely fair.
adj hot-dog
- dominant — ruling, governing, or controlling; having or exerting authority or influence: dominant in the chain of command.
- authoritative — Someone or something that is authoritative gives an impression of power and importance and is likely to be obeyed.
- leading — made of or containing lead: a lead pipe; a lead compound.
- persuasive — able, fitted, or intended to persuade: a very persuasive argument.
- famous — having a widespread reputation, usually of a favorable nature; renowned; celebrated: a famous writer. Synonyms: famed, notable, illustrious. Antonyms: unknown, obscure.
Antonyms for hot-dog
adj hot-dog
- subordinate — placed in or belonging to a lower order or rank.
- unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- inconspicuous — not conspicuous, noticeable, or prominent.
- unknown — not known; not within the range of one's knowledge, experience, or understanding; strange; unfamiliar.
- insignificant — unimportant, trifling, or petty: Omit the insignificant details.
See also
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