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hot⋅dog⋅ging

[hot-daw-ging, -dog-ing]
–noun Informal.
the act of one who hot-dogs; the performance of intricate, daring, or flamboyant stunts.
Also, hot-dogging.


Origin:
1960–65; hot-dog + -ing 1

hot-dog

[hot-dawg, -dog] verb, -dogged, -dog⋅ging, adjective Informal.
–verb (used without object)
1. to perform unusual or very intricate maneuvers in a sport, esp. 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, esp. surfing or skiing, in which intricate and potentially dangerous stunts are performed.
5. intended or done to draw attention; showy or sensational.
Also, hotdog.
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