Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hotpot

noun
/ˈhɒt.pɒt/
Definition
A hotpot is a communal cooking method in which ingredients are cooked at the table in a pot of simmering broth.
Examples
  • After a long day, we gathered with friends for a delicious hotpot dinner.
  • The seafood hotpot was bursting with flavors from the spices and fresh ingredients.
  • In winter, a steaming hotpot is the perfect way to keep warm and enjoy good company.
Meaning
Typically enjoyed as a social activity, hotpot involves placing raw ingredients like meat, vegetables, and tofu into a shared pot of broth, allowing everyone to cook their food to their liking.
Synonyms
  • steamboat
  • shabu-shabu
  • fondue