(metallurgy) Of metal: brittle at high temperatures.

Any liquid spicy condiment or cooking ingredient made from chile peppers.

(chiefly US) A large tub, often situated outdoors, filled with hot water and used for communal leisure bathing.

(idiomatic) Eager to begin; anxious to get going. / (idiomatic) Eager for sexual activity.

(idiomatic) Under pressure to perform; under scrutiny; at the center of attention.

(firefighting, forestry) A part of a forest fire which is burning actively.

Alternative spelling of hot pot.

(chiefly UK) A stew of beef or lamb and potatoes.

Alternative spelling of hotline

(idiomatic, figuratively) A dangerous situation; trouble. / (idiomatic, figuratively) fierce criticism / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see hot, water.