: the combining of properties into a common lot to ensure equality of division among heirs
Word History
Etymology
Anglo-French hochepot
First Known Use
circa 1530, in the meaning defined above
Legal Definition
hotchpot
noun
hotch·pot ˈhäch-ˌpät
1
: the combining of properties into a common lot to ensure equality of division among those entitled to a share of an estate which requires that advancements (as to a child) be made up to the estate by contribution or by an accounting compare collation
2
: main pot
History and Etymology for hotchpot
Anglo-French hochepot, from Old French, thick soup or stew, from hochier to shake + pot pot