red hot
Definition
- Noun:
- A hot dog; a frankfurter served hot in a split bun: This is the primary definition, referring specifically to a type of prepared food.
Usage
- The word "red hot" is used as a countable noun to refer to a single frankfurter in a bun. It is often associated with informal or casual dining, street food, or sports events.
Examples
- Noun:
- He bought a red hot and a soda from the vendor.
- The ballpark is famous for its classic red hots.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used informally to refer to the food item generically, even when the specific sausage is not a frankfurter (e.g., another type of sausage in a bun). However, its core meaning remains the specific item described in the definition.
Variants and Related Words
- Hot dog (n): A more common synonym for "red hot."
- Frankfurter (n): The type of sausage typically used in a red hot.
- Wiener (n): Another term for a frankfurter.
Synonyms
- Hot dog
- Frankfurter
- Wiener
Notes on Different Meanings
- Important: The term "red-hot" (often hyphenated) is a separate adjective with completely different meanings, such as extremely hot, very exciting, or emotionally intense (e.g., , , ). The noun "red hot" for food is a distinct lexical item.
Noun
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a frankfurter served hot on a bun
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