| hot-air balloon |
a bag made of thin material that is inflated with hot air, causing it to rise and float in the atmosphere. Large hot-air balloons can be attached to a basket or gondola, and used to transport people or equipment. |
| hot-blooded |
easily aroused or angered; excitable. [2 definitions] |
| hot-button |
producing strong feelings; emotionally charged. |
| hot-press |
to apply pressure and heat on (a material), to produce a desired effect such as a smooth finish. [2 definitions] |
| hot-tempered |
having a short temper; easily angered. |
| hot-wire |
(informal) to start (an automobile or the like) by crossing or connecting the ignition wires, rather than by using a key. |
| in hot water |
(informal) in a bad situation; in trouble. |
| piping hot |
of food or drink, extremely but appropriately hot. |
| red-hot |
red or glowing with, or as though with, intense heat. [5 definitions] |
| sell like hot cakes |
(informal) to be sold very quickly and in large quantity; be in great demand. |
| strike while the iron is hot |
to take advantage of an opportunity without delay. |
| white-hot |
heated so hot as to glow white. [2 definitions] |