HyperDic: trouble_spot

English > 2 senses of the expression trouble spot:
NOUNlocationtrouble spota place where trouble exists or occurs regularly
locationtrouble spot, hot spot, hotspot, flashpointa place of political unrest and potential violence
English > trouble spot: 2 senses > noun 1, location
MeaningA place where trouble exists or occurs regularly.
Broaderarea, countryA particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
English > trouble spot: 2 senses > noun 2, location
MeaningA place of political unrest and potential violence.
Synonymshot spot, hotspot, flashpoint
Broadergeographical area, geographic area, geographical region, geographic regionA demarcated area of the Earth

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