red-hot

/ˌrɛd ˌˈhɑt/
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Definitions of red-hot
  1. adjective
    glowing red with heat
    synonyms:
    hot
    used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning
  2. adjective
    characterized by intense emotion or interest or excitement
    “a red-hot speech”
    synonyms: sizzling
    hot
    extended meanings; especially of psychological heat; marked by intensity or vehemence especially of passion or enthusiasm
  3. adjective
    newest or most recent
    synonyms: hot
    new
    not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
  4. adjective
    having strong sexual appeal
    synonyms: juicy, luscious, toothsome, voluptuous
    sexy
    marked by or tending to arouse sexual desire or interest
  5. adjective
    very fast; capable of quick response and great speed
    synonyms: blistering, hot
    fast
    acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly
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