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roasting

[ˈrəʊstɪŋ]

roasting Definition

  • 1the process of cooking food, especially meat, by dry heat in an oven or over a fire
  • 2the act of teasing or making fun of someone in a good-natured way

Using roasting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "roasting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The turkey is roasting in the oven.

  • Example

    We had a great time roasting marshmallows over the campfire.

  • Example

    The comedians were roasting each other on stage.

  • Example

    He couldn't resist roasting his friend for his bad haircut.

roasting Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with roasting

  • a dish consisting of beef that has been roasted in an oven or over a fire

    Example

    We're having roast beef for dinner tonight.

  • roast potatoes

    potatoes that have been roasted in an oven or over a fire

    Example

    I love the crispy texture of roast potatoes.

  • a dish consisting of chicken that has been roasted in an oven or over a fire

    Example

    Roast chicken is a classic comfort food.

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Summary: roasting in Brief

The term 'roasting' [ˈrəʊstɪŋ] has two main meanings. The first refers to the process of cooking food, especially meat, by dry heat in an oven or over a fire. The second meaning is the act of teasing or making fun of someone in a good-natured way. Examples include roasting marshmallows over a campfire and comedians roasting each other on stage.

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