hothouse
1 of 1noun/'hɑtˌhaʊs/
Forms:hothouses
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a heated building that is made of glass and is used for growing in plants that need warm weather
A hothouse is a type of greenhouse designed to maintain a warm environment for growing plants, particularly those that need higher temperatures, such as tropical plants. It is typically made of glass or clear plastic, allowing sunlight to enter while trapping heat inside. Hothouses are often heated using artificial methods, such as electric heaters or hot water pipes, to keep the temperature warm enough for plants that would not survive in cooler climates. They provide a controlled, warm environment, allowing plants to thrive year-round, even in colder weather.
- The hothouse was filled with exotic flowers and tropical plants that could not survive outside.
- They spent the winter months in the hothouse, growing vegetables that needed extra warmth.
- He built a hothouse in the backyard to grow his favorite tropical fruits, even in the colder months.
- The gardener tended to the plants in the hothouse, ensuring the temperature remained steady.
- In the hothouse, the tropical plants flourished, with lush greenery and vibrant blooms year-round.
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