boilingpot

noun
UK /ˈbɔɪlɪŋ pɒt/
US /ˈbɔɪlɪŋ pɑːt/

A boiling pot is a pot with very hot water that is bubbling.

Mom lifted the lid off the boiling pot to stir the soup.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A situation that is full of trouble or strong feelings and could soon become dangerous.

The argument turned the meeting into a boiling pot of anger.

3. A place where people or problems are crowded together and tensions run high.

The crowded camp became a boiling pot of frustration.

4. A pot used for boiling things, such as food or water, over a fire.

They set the boiling pot over the campfire to cook dinner.