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corn dog

American  
[kawrn dawg, dog] / ˈkɔrn ˌdɔg, ˌdɒg /

noun

  1. a frankfurter coated in cornmeal batter and deep fried or baked: usually prepared and served on a stick.


Etymology

Origin of corn dog

An Americanism dating back to 1935–40

Example Sentences

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Cook Out will whip up a BLT, fry you a corn dog, or sell you a Walkin’ Taco, served in a Doritos bag.

From Slate • Sep. 5, 2023

He ate the corn dog and a slice of pizza, then decided to share the rest.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 18, 2023

This take on the corn dog is a chipotle sausage hand-dipped in corn batter, smothered in cheese sauce, and sprinkled with Hot Cheetos dust.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2023

With one of his sons by his side, Mr. Chapek went on a corn dog run into Disneyland, stopping to pose for photos when recognized by startled guests.

From New York Times • Sep. 11, 2022

I stare at my corn dog and wonder if I’m the stupid worm.

From "The Fourteenth Goldfish" by Jennifer L. Holm

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