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hotdogging
[
hot
-daw-ging
,
-dog-ing
]
hot·dog·ging
/
ˈhɒtˌdɔ
gɪŋ
,
-ˌdɒg
ɪŋ
/
Show Spelled
[
hot
-daw-ging
,
-dog-ing
]
Show IPA
noun
Informal
.
the act of one who
hot-dogs
;
the performance of intricate, daring, or flamboyant stunts.
Also,
hot-dog·ging.
Origin:
1960–65;
hot-dog
+
-ing
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a fool or simpleton; ninny.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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hot-dog
/
ˈhɒtˌdɔg
,
-ˌdɒg
/
Show Spelled
[
hot
-dawg
,
-dog
]
Show IPA
verb,
hot-dogged,
hot-dog·ging,
adjective
Informal
.
verb (used without object)
1.
to perform unusual or very intricate maneuvers in a sport, especially surfing or skiing.
2.
to perform in a recklessly or flamboyantly skillful manner, as in a sport or athletic activity; show off.
adjective
3.
skillful or excellent, as in sports performance.
4.
of, indicating, or for a type of sports activity, especially surfing or skiing, in
which
intricate and potentially dangerous stunts are performed.
5.
intended or done to draw attention; showy or sensational.
Also,
hot·dog
.
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