weenie

noun

wee·​nie ˈwē-nē How to pronounce weenie (audio)
Synonyms of weenienext
1
2
slang : penis
3
: nerd
computer weenies

Examples of weenie in a Sentence

Don't be such a weenie. an inner-directed individual who could have cared less if others stuck the dreaded “weenie” label on him
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And if mixing in the occasional pizza night or pickleball game with your old-school weenie roasts and stargazing sessions gets more folks out of the house and into the fresh air? Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2026 Enrich a can of baked beans (beanies) with bacon and hot dogs (weenies) for a nostalgic summer dish everyone will enjoy having on the table. Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 16 May 2026 The men on this album are, to put it plainly, weenies. Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 1 May 2026 After a lengthy and spirited discussion about beans and weenies being served (Jason’s idea), Travis Kelce shared his thoughts. Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for weenie

Word History

Etymology

alteration of wienie

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of weenie was in 1891

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“Weenie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/weenie. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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