Chilidogs

/ˈtʃɪliˌdɔɡz/ noun

Definition

Plural of chilidog; multiple hot dogs topped with chili sauce and condiments.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'chilidog,' formed by adding '-s'. See 'chilidog' for the origin of the compound word.

Kelly Says

The plural of chilidog shows how English speakers treat compound words—we add the 's' to the end, even though technically we're adding multiple chilis to multiple dogs!

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