Dog days

Pronunciation: /ˈdɔɡ ˈdeɪ/

Dog days (noun)

  1. The hottest days of summer, often felt as very uncomfortable heat.
  2. A period when conditions are difficult or unpleasant, especially because of heat.

Examples

  • Dog days make the air feel heavy and still.
  • During dog days, people stay indoors to cool down.