toaster

noun

toast·​er ˈtō-stər 

plural toasters

: something or someone that toasts

especially : an electrical appliance for toasting see also toaster oven

Examples of toaster in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Gluten-free diners should opt to not toast their bagel because the toaster is shared with full-gluten bagels. — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026

Martha Stewart Electric Toaster Designed with a slim, space-saving profile, this streamlined toaster fits seamlessly into any kitchen. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026

Panasonic is recalling nearly 11,500 electronic toasters sold on its website, Costco’s online shop, Amazon and other online retailers nationwide. — Drew Pittock, USA Today, 17 July 2026

Best Amazon Home New Arrivals Upgrade your kitchen with a nonstick frying pan that’s actually nonstick, a two-slice toaster that’s surprisingly not an eyesore, and a Le Creuset mini cocotte. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

toast entry 2 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing toaster

• toaster oven

Rhymes for toaster

• coaster
• poster
• roaster
• paternoster

Kids Definition

toaster

noun

toast·​er ˈtō-stər 

: an electrical appliance for toasting