hoagie
12 synonyms for hoagie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large sandwich made on a long roll, packed with meats, cheese, and vegetables.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Origin uncertain; one popular theory links it to Hog Island, a Philadelphia shipyard where Italian immigrant workers were said to have made these sandwiches for their lunch.
Full origin of hoagie →Frequently asked questions
What does “hoagie” mean?
The word “hoagie” means a large sandwich made on a long roll, packed with meats, cheese, and vegetables. In plain terms, a submarine-style sandwich, especially as it's called in and around Philadelphia.
How do you pronounce “hoagie”?
“Hoagie” is pronounced HOH-gee (/ˈhoʊ.ɡi/ in IPA).
How do you use “hoagie” in a sentence?
Here is “hoagie” used in a sentence: “He ordered a turkey hoagie with extra pickles for lunch.”
What part of speech is “hoagie”?
“Hoagie” is a noun.
Where does the word “hoagie” come from?
The word “hoagie” comes from Italian. Origin uncertain; one popular theory links it to Hog Island, a Philadelphia shipyard where Italian immigrant workers were said to have made these sandwiches for their lunch.
