Weenie
noun
A term for a cowardly or timid person.
He didn't want to go bungee jumping; he's such a weenie.
Usage tips
Slang
scaredy-cat,coward,chicken
noun
An informal term for a hot dog, especially among children.
Let's grab some weenies for the barbecue!
Usage tips
Colloquial
frankfurter,hot dog,sausage
noun
A term for a cowardly or timid person.
He didn't want to go bungee jumping; he's such a weenie.
Usage tips
Slang
scaredy-cat,coward,chicken
noun
An informal term for a hot dog, especially among children.
Let's grab some weenies for the barbecue!
Usage tips
Colloquial
frankfurter,hot dog,sausage
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'weenie' in a playful way with friends.
'Come on, don't be a weenie!'
Pro Tip 2/3Derogatory
Avoid using 'weenie' in formal contexts.
'The meeting requires serious discussion, so let's leave out the weenie remarks.'
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
In children's media, 'weenie' often refers to hot dogs.
'I love eating weenies at the picnic!'
Compare with
chickencowardwienerfrankfurterdachshund
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