HOTBED | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word HOTBED in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of HOTBED with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Hotbed

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈhɒtbɛd
Dialects: British English
Definition:

an environment promoting the growth of something, especially something unwelcome

Short Definition:

environment promoting growth of something

Examples:
  • the country was a hotbed of revolt and dissension
Definition:

a bed of earth heated by fermenting manure, for raising or forcing plants.

Short Definition:

bed of earth heated by fermenting manure, for raising or forcing plants

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