Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hot-meal

noun
/hɒt miːl/
Definition
A meal that is served warm or hot, typically freshly prepared and cooked to be enjoyed immediately.
Examples
  • After a long day, I always look forward to a hot meal.
  • During winter, nothing is better than a hot meal to warm you up.
  • At the shelter, they serve a hot meal to those in need every evening.
Meaning
A hot-meal is a type of food that is served at a warm temperature, often point of consumption, rather than cold or at room temperature. It can include dishes that require cooking or heating before being eaten.
Synonyms
  • warm meal
  • cooked meal
  • fresh meal