A Word to describe something dope you've recently gotten or picked up. The word has been popularized by people who go to thrift stores and pick up vintage clothes. (Thrifters)
Jack: Hey man what did you cop at the thrift?
Logan: I got some mad heat, a 49ers satin jacket, 2 snapbacks and a real clean starter jacket.
Heat means the attention you and your crew give off when you are performing dangerous and supsicious activities. When your group is wondering around the streets and look very supsicious, while this is happenein cops are attracted to you. I.E. Smoking up, drinking up, and beating up.
Function: Noun
Etymology: Originated in the greater Los Angeles region; Comes from the phrase "hot shoe". Commonly used amongst individuals that collect shoes.
1: A rare pair of sneakers
2: A pair of Nike Dunks, Jordans, Air force 1's, Airmax etc...
"Hey foo, I got some new heat the other day."
"YO', check out that foo's heat!?"
"Man! That foo swears his heat are tight."