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hot

The correct spelling is hot.

How to pronounce hot

/hɒt/
verb

IPA: /hɒt/

Say it like: Hot

The correct spelling is hot. (with up) To heat; to make or become hot. For example: "He forgot that the frying pan was hot and burned his hand."

Usage Examples

He forgot that the frying pan was hot and burned his hand.

It is hotter in summer than in winter.

Aren't you hot with that thick coat on?

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(with up) To heat; to make or become hot.
  2. 2.(with up) To become lively or exciting.

adjective

  1. 1.(of an object) Having a high temperature.
  2. 2.(of the weather) Causing the air to be hot.
  3. 3.(of a person or animal) Feeling the sensation of heat, especially to the point of discomfort.
  4. 4.(of a temper) Easily provoked to anger.
  5. 5.Feverish.

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