I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
Etymology: hot (I) + shot
1.
a. : a fast freight usually hauling merchandise or perishables in scheduled service
b. : a very fast airplane or vehicle
2. slang : a skillful, showy, and aggressive person ; especially : one holding a position of importance by exercise of skill, showiness, and aggression
3.
a. : a skilled workman
b. : a skilled performer in a sport (as golf, basketball, baseball) that involves shooting or aiming
4. : one trained to fight forest fires in remote areas
II. adjective
1. slang : highly skilled, fast-working, or showy ; also : important or successful by exercise of skill, adroitness, or showiness
a hotshot surgeon with more business than he can handle
2. of a freight carrier : nonstop , through , fast
a hotshot freight train