Meaning of the word hotbed in English
What does hotbed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hotbed
US /ˈhɑːt.bed/
UK /ˈhɒt.bed/
Noun
1.
an environment that encourages the rapid growth or development of something, especially something undesirable
Example:
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The city's slums became a hotbed of crime and disease.
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The region has long been a hotbed of political unrest.
2.
a bed of soil heated by fermenting manure, used for growing plants out of season
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Gardeners often use a hotbed to start seeds early in the spring.
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The plants thrived in the warmth of the hotbed.