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

That has diminished the available supply of beans for roasters, pushing prices higher and leading to more margin calls. —Peter S. Goodman, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2025

She was later invited back to participate in the Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber where she was lauded as a standout roaster. —Justin Kroll, Deadline, 21 Feb. 2025

Jeffrey Ross Comedian and celebrity roaster Jeffrey Ross attended the inauguration of President Donald Trump. —Tim Lammers, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025

The Dead Rabbit’s Irish Coffee Martini features Bushmills Original, Mr. Black coffee liqueur, Angostura cacao bitters, a touch of demerara-molasses syrup, and espresso made from a custom blend by Irish roaster Calendar Coffee. —Christina Liao, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 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