corn dog
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of corn dog
An Americanism dating back to 1935–40
Example Sentences
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Their rural appeal is not as shallow as a camo hat and corn dog.
From Salon • Aug. 21, 2024
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
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
Our food writer found tasty patty melts and the world’s best corn dog.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 10, 2022
Brianna chimes in, “The crispy corn dog can fold up into a blanket. You can nap on it!”
From "The Fourteenth Goldfish" by Jennifer L. Holm
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