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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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 In a nod to Manolo’s Colombian heritage, the beans are Colombian, sourced through a local roaster. Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026 Black Sails’ journey from indie roaster to pop up to brick-and-mortar has been nothing less than turbulent, involving multiple frustrated attempts and a personal tragedy. Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 10 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for roaster

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 2 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

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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