Hot/hɑːt/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Temperature Sensation Describes the touch sensation when something feels very warm. Be careful with the iron; it's hot. Pro Tip 2/3Weather and Objects Refers to high environmental temperatures or objects in direct sunlight. Avoid leaving your phone in the hot car. Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use Used metaphorically to express situations of pressure or intense scrutiny. The company is under the hot glare of the media.