corn dog

noun

: a frankfurter dipped in cornmeal batter, fried, and served on a stick

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Whether as an ingredient or flavor inspiration, pickles have worked their way into all sorts of food and drinks, including cotton candy, ice cream and corn dogs. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2025 Many new savory items feature Mike's Hot Honey, including on turkey legs, corn dogs and pizza. Endia Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 19 Sep. 2025 Tornados, corn dogs and pizza measured outside of proper holding temperatures. Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2025 If the Korean corn dog doesn’t sound appetizing to you, The Carter has many other options. Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for corn dog

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of corn dog was in 1939

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“Corn dog.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corn%20dog. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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corn dog

noun
: a frankfurter dipped in cornmeal batter, fried, and served on a stick
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