(idiomatic) A very short time in the spotlight or brief flurry with fame, after which the person or subject involved is quickly forgotten.

(uncommon, humorous) A very short time in a negative spotlight of shame in individuals who have been subjected to public criticism and humiliation.

plural of red-hot minute

The very recent past; minutes ago.

(idiomatic) Stop; wait; hold on. Used to interrupt speech or proceedings so that one can make a comment or query.

(idiomatic) A short period of time, typically anywhere from several seconds to several minutes or more. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see just, a, minute.

A time interval that has been called a minute but which actually takes much longer.

(idiomatic) A funny thing or person.

plural of minute hand

(cooking) Prepared to order, not prepared in advance. / (cooking, of a sauce) Prepared in the same pan as the item it accompanies when served.