chili dog

or chil·i·dog

[ chil-ee dawg, dog ]

noun

1. a frankfurter garnished with chili.

Word History and Origins

Origin of chili dog¹

An Americanism dating back to 1970–75

Example Sentences

Then to spotless Westlake Park for a chili dog from Dog in the Park.

From Seattle Times

“Now we have this humongous crowd, which is so awesome,” Maldonado said Thursday night, out from a snack bar behind the home–plate fence that offered chili dogs and nachos.

From Los Angeles Times

Should you try the chili dog, I’d suggest ordering the version with a streak of nacho cheese, which cuts the treacly meat sauce.

From Washington Post

“We had ham-and-cheese sandwiches on Wonder Bread. Or chili dogs made at home and wrapped in foil. And, of course, Lays.”

From Washington Post

After Nicholas won, his grandfather took him to Sheetz to celebrate, downing two chili dogs even as his body resisted the fast food.

From Washington Post