toaster

English

/ˈtəʊstə/, /ˈtoʊstɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • One who toasts cooks lightly by browning.
  • One who toasts engages in salute while drinking alcohol.
  • A toasting fork.
  • (jocular) A rapier or similar weapon.
  • An electrical device for toasting bread, English muffins, crumpets, etc.
  • A self-contained software package (or appliance) distributable over the Internet or by burning onto CDs.
  • (informal) An electronic organ, especially a crude one that uses analog technology.
  • (informal) Any of several small, box-like automobiles exemplified by the Scion xB and Honda Element.
  • (archaic) A fish ready for toasting.

Etymology

Suffix from English toast.

Origin

English

toast

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