toast

A2
Pronunciation
/təʊst/
/toʊst/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

Toasted bread.

Example Sentences
  • I ate a piece of toast for breakfast.
2 Definition

A proposed salutation (e.g. to say "cheers") while drinking alcohol.

Example Sentences
  • At the reception, there were many toasts from the well-wishers.
3 Definition

A person, group, or notable object to which a salutation with alcohol is made; a person or group held in similar esteem.

Example Sentences
  • He was the toast of high society.
4 Definition

(chiefly US) Something that will be no more; something subject to impending destruction, harm or injury.

Example Sentences
  • If I ever get my hands on the guy that stole my wallet, he’s toast!
5 Definition

Extemporaneous narrative poem or rap.

6 Definition

A transient, informational pop-up window.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To lightly cook by browning via direct exposure to a fire or other heat source.

Example Sentences
  • We liked to toast marshmallows around the campfire.
2 Definition

To grill, lightly cook by browning specifically under a grill or in a toaster

Example Sentences
  • Top with cheese and toast under the grill for a few minutes.
3 Definition

To engage in a salutation and/or accompanying raising of glasses while drinking alcohol in honor of someone or something.

Example Sentences
  • We toasted the happy couple many times over the course of the evening.
4 Definition

To warm thoroughly.

Example Sentences
  • I toasted my feet by the fire.
5 Definition

To perform extemporaneous narrative poem or rap.