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  1. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishHOT POTATO | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    a situation or subject that people disagree strongly about and that no one wants to deal with: The issue of immigration became a political hot potato. (Definition of hot potato from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of hot potato.

  2. www.theidioms.com › hot-potatohot potato meaning, origin, example, sentence, history - The...

    refers to a controversial or sensitive topic that people avoid discussing. describe a situation or issue that is difficult to handle or resolve, often passed from person to person like a hot potato. also signify a sudden and urgent problem that requires immediate attention.

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  4. idioms.thefreedictionary.com › a+hot+potatoA hot potato - Idioms by The Free Dictionary

    hot potato. A sensitive situation or controversial issue that is difficult to handle and thus gets passed from one person to the next (like a potato that is too hot to hold). The political candidate knew the issue was a hot potato, so he deferred to his chief of staff, who directed questions to the committee chairperson.

  5. crossidiomas.com › hot-potatoUnderstanding "hot potato" Idiom: Meaning, Origins & Usage ...

    The phrase “hot potato” is a common idiom used in English to describe a controversial or sensitive topic that people try to avoid. The origins of this expression can be traced back to the early 1800s, when potatoes were first introduced as a popular food in England.

  6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryHOT POTATO | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    HOT POTATO meaning: 1. a problem, situation, etc. that is difficult to deal with and causes a lot of disagreement: 2…. Learn more.

  7. idiompedia.com › letter › hHot Potato - Meaning & Usage Examples - Idiompedia

    The idiom ‘hot potato’ is used to describe a controversial or sensitive issue that is difficult to handle and often avoided by individuals or groups. It refers to a topic or situation that is fraught with complexity, disagreement, or risk, making it uncomfortable or undesirable to address.

  8. english-idioms.info › en › idiomHot potato - english-idioms.info

    Hot potato Meaning. The literal meaning of the idiom "hot potato" is a spud that is boiled in hot water and served in a hot dish. However, metaphorically speaking, it refers to a situation or problem that is uncomfortable or difficult to deal with. It can also refer to a topic that people avoid discussing due to its contentious nature. Usage