General
squeezed or sliced
What does squeezed or sliced mean?
The question the guy behind the counter asks when you order chili-cheese fries at a Detroit coney. 'Squeezed' = Cheez Whiz from the squeeze bottle. 'Sliced' = cold American singles laid on top so they melt under the chili. There are loyalists for both. There is no third answer.
"— Chili cheese fries. — Squeezed or sliced? — Sliced, always."
Origin
Detroit coney island (diner) counter slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does "squeezed or sliced" mean at a Detroit coney shop?
It's the question asking whether you want Cheez Whiz squeezed from the bottle or American cheese slices on your chili-cheese fries.
How do you use "squeezed or sliced" in a sentence?
"Chili-cheese fries — squeezed or sliced?" "Squeezed, always."
What's the difference between squeezed and sliced?
Squeezed means Cheez Whiz from the bottle, while sliced means American cheese slices melted over the fries.
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