Definition

Noun: 1. A type of sandwich: A hoagie is a large sandwich consisting of a long, crusty roll of bread (such as an Italian roll or baguette) that is split horizontally and filled with various meats, cheeses, and other ingredients like lettuce, tomato, onion, and condiments.

Usage

The word "hoagie" is used to refer specifically to this style of sandwich. It is a common term in parts of the United States. * I'll have a turkey and provolone hoagie, please. * We ordered hoagies for the office lunch meeting.

Advanced Usage

• The name for this type of sandwich varies significantly by region in the United States. While "hoagie" is common in the Philadelphia area, other common names include sub, grinder, hero, and po' boy.
• The term can be used attributively (as a noun modifier) to describe related items.
  • A hoagie roll is essential for making an authentic one.
  • We went to the hoagie shop.

Variants and Related Words

• Submarine sandwich (sub): A common synonym, especially in other regions.
• Hero sandwich: A synonym used primarily in New York City.
• Grinder: A synonym used in New England.
• Po' boy: A similar sandwich from Louisiana, typically featuring fried seafood or roast meat.

Synonyms

• Submarine sandwich
• Sub
• Hero
• Grinder
• Torpedo sandwich

Related Phrases

• Hoagie shop: A restaurant or deli that specializes in making hoagies.
  • The best hoagie shop is on 5th Street.

Noun

1. a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States