roast Synonyms

roast Meaning

Wordnet

roast (n)

a piece of meat roasted or for roasting and of a size for slicing into more than one portion

negative criticism

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roast (v)

cook with dry heat, usually in an oven

subject to laughter or ridicule

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roast (s)

(meat) cooked by dry heat in an oven

Webster

roast (v. t.)

To cook by exposure to radiant heat before a fire; as, to roast meat on a spit, or in an oven open toward the fire and having reflecting surfaces within; also, to cook in a close oven.

To cook by surrounding with hot embers, ashes, sand, etc.; as, to roast a potato in ashes.

To dry and parch by exposure to heat; as, to roast coffee; to roast chestnuts, or peanuts.

Hence, to heat to excess; to heat violently; to burn.

To dissipate by heat the volatile parts of, as ores.

To banter severely.

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roast (v. i.)

To cook meat, fish, etc., by heat, as before the fire or in an oven.

To undergo the process of being roasted.

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roast (n.)

That which is roasted; a piece of meat which has been roasted, or is suitable for being roasted.

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roast (a.)

Roasted; as, roast beef.

roast Sentence Examples

  1. The aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans filled the kitchen.
  2. The chef skillfully roasted the vegetables until they were perfectly tender.
  3. The blazing fire roasted the marshmallows to perfection.
  4. The roasting pan was essential for preparing the succulent Thanksgiving turkey.
  5. The roasting process gave the meat a rich and smoky flavor.
  6. The roast beef was the star of the Sunday dinner.
  7. The roasted chicken had a crispy skin and juicy flesh.
  8. The roasted potatoes were a delightful side dish.
  9. The roast pig was a centerpiece at the medieval feast.
  10. The roasted almonds added a satisfying crunch to the salad.

FAQs About the word roast

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The aroma of freshly roasted coffee beans filled the kitchen.

The chef skillfully roasted the vegetables until they were perfectly tender.

The blazing fire roasted the marshmallows to perfection.

The roasting pan was essential for preparing the succulent Thanksgiving turkey.