hot tub

noun

: a large tub of hot water in which bathers soak and usually socialize
especially : such a tub with a whirlpool device
hot-tub intransitive verb

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On the Edge-class ships, a private sundeck with a pool, hot tubs, and padded loungers provides a peaceful escape from the main pool deck. Michele Robson, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025 The resort lists a wide range of amenities including a clubhouse pool with water slides and a swim-up bar, hot tubs, restaurants, kayak rentals, charcoal grilling areas, spas and poolside or beachfront massages. Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2025 Earthquake insurance also typically doesn’t cover: Vehicles Water systems Landscaping Fences Swimming pools and hot tubs How much is earthquake insurance? Liz Knueven, CNBC, 31 July 2025 This family-friendly cabin sleeps up to eight guests and has a hot tub overlooking the creek (not to mention, amazing mountain views). Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 26 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for hot tub

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hot tub was in 1973

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“Hot tub.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hot%20tub. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.

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