hot · adjective /hɑt/
hot (VERY WARM)
A1 having a high temperature
Dictionary examples:
a hot, sunny day
hot weather
a hot drink/meal
It's too hot in here. Can we turn down the heat?
Bake the pie in a hot oven (425°F) for 40 minutes.
Learner example:
I like this place because in the summer [it] is very hot. (Skills for Life (Entry 1); A1; Polish)
hot (SPICY)
B1 Hot food contains strong spices that cause a burning feeling in your mouth.
Dictionary examples:
hot chili peppers
hot and spicy food
Learner example:
I really like the hot and spicy chicken with [zucchini]. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Tagalog)
a hot issue/topic
C1 a subject which people discuss and have strong feelings about
Dictionary example:
Health care is still a hot topic.
Learner example:
Whether to compete or to cooperate has become a hot issue in today's society, both in public and private. (International English Language Testing System; C1; Chinese)
hot (EXCITING)
C1 exciting or interesting
Dictionary example:
Hollywood's hottest new actress
Learner example:
That would mean that Bill Gates is the hottest celebrity on earth, but he is not. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Swedish)
