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.