roaster

noun

roast·​er ˈrō-stər How to pronounce roaster (audio)
Synonyms of roasternext
1
: one that roasts
2
: a device for roasting
3
: something adapted to roasting: such as
a
: a suckling pig
b
: a bird fit for roasting
especially : a young chicken larger than a broiler

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Meanwhile, legendary professional roaster Jeff Ross also brought up Hart's late father and compared his substance abuse issues to Hart's friendship with Johnson. Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026 Other roasters had also poked fun at Hart for taking part in the controversial fest. Jordan Moreau, Variety, 11 May 2026 Onyx Coffee is the main roaster for Dark Horse. Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026 Suggestions to me included a coffee-tasting experience at April, a specialty coffee roaster and lifestyle shop up the road, and a jewelry making session with local bespoke jeweler Cióió Studio. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for roaster

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of roaster was in the 15th century

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“Roaster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roaster. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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roaster

noun
roast·​er ˈrō-stər How to pronounce roaster (audio)
1
: a device for roasting meat
2
: something (as a young chicken) suitable for roasting

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