How to Pronounce Hotbox

To pronounce "hotbox", say HOTB-ox — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

HOTB-ox

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💡 Tip for remembering “hotbox”

"hotbox" has 2 syllables: hotb-ox.

What does hotbox mean?

noun

  1. A container maintained at elevated temperatures in order to heat or cook its contents.
  2. An overheated shaft bearing.

verb

  1. To smoke marijuana in a small confined area, such as the inside of a car, until it is full of smoke, thereby purportedly intensifying the drug's effects.
  2. To put out a cigarette just before entering a vehicle, then expel smoke in the vehicle.

Synonyms

box outclambake

Related words

hothousestovehayboxhotbedthermoboxcoolhouse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hotbox"?▾

"Hotbox" has 2 syllables: hotb · ox.

What does "hotbox" mean?▾

Hotbox: A container maintained at elevated temperatures in order to heat or cook its contents.

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