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chili dog

American

[chil-ee dawg, dog] / ˈtʃɪl i ˌdɔg, ˌdɒg /

Or chilidog

noun

a frankfurter garnished with chili.

Etymology

Origin of chili dog

An Americanism dating back to 1970–75

Example Sentences

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Then to spotless Westlake Park for a chili dog from Dog in the Park.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 9, 2023

Mr. Allen was eating a chili dog in the clubhouse when the call came for him to pinch-hitter in the bottom of the ninth, with the White Sox trailing, 4-2.

From Washington Post • Dec. 8, 2020

Maybe that was why Buck and the FOX crew were so fixated on tacos given away for a stolen base in Game 1 and the huge Boomstick chili dog that got airtime Wednesday night.

From Washington Times • Oct. 22, 2020

EO Vegetarian with vegan options The Bohemian, Newcastle This place fits the bill whether you’re staying healthy with the sweet potato falafel salad, or indulging in the epic chili dog with fries and onion rings.

From The Guardian • May 24, 2016

Darius says, as he finishes chewing his chili dog, wipes his mouth, then his hands, and looks up at me.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi

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