Meaning of the word "hot dog" in English
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hot dog
US /ˈhɑːt dɔːɡ/
UK /ˈhɑːt dɔːɡ/
Noun
1.
a frankfurter, especially one served hot in a split bun, often with mustard, relish, or sauerkraut.
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I'll have a hot dog with ketchup and mustard.
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We bought hot dogs at the baseball game.
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2.
a person who performs daring or showy feats, especially in sports.
Example:
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The surfer was a real hot dog, pulling off incredible tricks on every wave.
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He's a bit of a hot dog on the slopes, always trying to impress.
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Exclamation
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