Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wienie
noun
/ˈwini/
Definition
A small, usually thin sausage, often served in a hot dog.
Examples
- We grilled some wienies at the picnic.
- He called the little dog a wienie because it was too scared to bark.
Meaning
In informal usage, ‘wienie’ often refers to a hot dog or sausage, and can also describe someone perceived as weak or timid.
Synonyms
- hot dog
- sizzling sausage
- frankfurter
