Meaning of the word roasting in English

What does roasting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

roasting

US /ˈroʊ.stɪŋ/
UK /ˈrəʊ.stɪŋ/
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Noun

the action of cooking something in an oven or over an open fire

Example:
The smell of the Sunday roasting filled the house.
The roasting of coffee beans is a delicate process.

Adjective

extremely hot

Example:
It was a roasting hot day at the beach.
I'm absolutely roasting in this sweater.