hotspot
1. [ noun ] a point of intense heat or radiation
Synonyms: hot_spot
Related terms: point
2. [ noun ] (geography) a place of political unrest and potential violence
Synonyms: hot_spot
Examples:

"the United States cannot police all of the world's hot spots"

Related terms: geographical_area
3. [ noun ] (business) a lively entertainment spot
Synonyms: hot_spot
Related terms: spot
Similar spelling:   hot_spot
  hotspur
  hotchpotch
  hot_spell