roaster

noun

roast·​er ˈrō-stər 

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

Examples of roaster in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Downstairs, Sullivan operated a coffee roaster business throughout the pandemic, sourcing beans for countries all over the world. —Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 3 Feb. 2026

Brews & Beans, where guests will learn to taste like a brewer or a roaster and come to understand how time, temperature and process create flavors, aromas and strengths. —Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026

Liliette and Stephen Freeman started Pittador Brews in 2020, initially using a propane roaster. —Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 14 Jan. 2026

Cipota Coffee roaster Gardenia Rosales and the family behind Arroz and Fun — including Humberto Leon and his mom, Wendy Leon, who also operate Chifa in Eagle Rock — plan to move the cafe to Chifa in early 2026. —Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for roaster

• coaster
• poster
• toaster
• paternoster

Kids Definition

roaster

noun

roast·​er ˈrō-stər 

1

: a device for roasting meat

2

: something (as a young chicken) suitable for roasting