frankfurter

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll

Etymology

From German Frankfurter, the demonym of Frankfurt. Specifically, a reference to Frankfurt-am-Main.

In classic literature

Synonyms

frank, hotdog, hot dog, dog, wiener, wienerwurst, weenie

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