roast

US /roʊst/
UK /roʊst/
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1.

to cook (food, especially meat) by prolonged exposure to heat in an oven or over a fire

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We decided to roast a chicken for dinner.
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The smell of freshly roasted coffee filled the air.
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2.

to criticize or make fun of someone severely, especially in a humorous way

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The comedian began to roast the celebrity with witty jokes.
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His friends always roast him good-naturedly about his clumsy habits.
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a piece of meat that has been roasted or is for roasting

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The chef prepared a delicious lamb roast.
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We had a traditional Sunday roast with all the trimmings.
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2.

an act or instance of roasting someone, especially as a humorous public tribute

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The comedian delivered a hilarious roast of the guest of honor.
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The evening concluded with a good-natured roast of the retiring CEO.
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cooked by roasting

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The aroma of roast chicken filled the kitchen.
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She served roast potatoes alongside the main course.
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pot roast