hotdogging

[hot-daw-ging, -dog-ing]

the act of one who hot-dogs; the performance of intricate, daring, or flamboyant stunts.

Origin of hotdogging

First recorded in 1960–65; hot-dog + -ing¹

[hot-dawg, -dog]Informal.

to perform unusual or very intricate maneuvers in a sport, especially surfing or skiing.

to perform in a recklessly or flamboyantly skillful manner, as in a sport or athletic activity; show off.

skillful or excellent, as in sports performance.

of, indicating, or for a type of sports activity, especially surfing or skiing, in which intricate and potentially dangerous stunts are performed.

intended or done to draw attention; showy or sensational.