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hot mess

The correct spelling is hot mess.

How to pronounce hot mess

/ˌhɑt ˈmɛs/
noun

IPA: /ˌhɑt ˈmɛs/

Say it like: Hot- me-ss

The correct spelling is hot mess. A warm meal, usually cooked in a large pot, often similar to a stew or porridge; service of such a heated meal to soldiers.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A warm meal, usually cooked in a large pot, often similar to a stew or porridge; service of such a heated meal to soldiers.
  2. 2.A situation or object in a state of extreme disarray.
  3. 3.A disheveled or unbalanced person, particularly one who is nevertheless, or therefore, attractive.

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