hot pot

noun

1
: a stew of meat and vegetables
2

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Haidilao, one of the world’s largest hot pot chains, is planning to open a new location at Austin’s Domain Northside at 11824 Rock Rose, Suite 160. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026 Guests can cook their own meats on an indoor tabletop grill and hot pot. Ella Gonzales march 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2026 Recently, Pickowicz went out for hot pot with a chef friend who was new to the experience. Charlotte Goddu, New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2026 As an only child, the anticipation of an impending hot pot night was thrilling. Natasha Pickowicz, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hot pot

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of hot pot was in 1842

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“Hot pot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hot%20pot. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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