Roasting

/ˈroʊstɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The process of cooking food, especially meat, in an oven or over a fire.

The chef is known for his delicious roasting techniques that enhance the flavor of the meat.

A humorous or mocking criticism or attack.

The comedian's roasting of the audience had everyone laughing and groaning at the same time.

verb

Present participle of roast; to cook food by exposing it to dry heat.

She is roasting vegetables to serve with the main dish.

To criticize someone in a teasing or mocking manner, often in a comedic context.

The friends enjoyed roasting each other during their casual get-together.

Middle English, from Old English 'ræstan,' meaning 'to roast, to prepare for food.'

roast beef

A cut of beef that is cooked by roasting.

roast dinner

A meal that typically features roasted meat and various accompaniments.

roasting session

An event where participants humorously criticize a particular individual.

to roast

To cook (food) by exposing it to dry heat.

roaster

A device or person that roasts food, especially coffee or meat.

To make fun of someone, often in a humorous way.

She was roasting him about his dance moves.

A playful contest of insults among friends.

They had a friendly roasting battle at the party.