hothouse

/ˌhɑtˈhaʊs/
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Other forms: hothouses

Definitions of hothouse
  1. noun
    a greenhouse in which plants are arranged in a pleasing manner
    synonyms: conservatory, indoor garden
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    type of:
    glasshouse, greenhouse, nursery
    a building with glass walls and roof; for the cultivation and exhibition of plants under controlled conditions
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