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roast

1 of 3verb
/roʊst/
Forms:roasts,roasting,roasted,roasted
1

to cook something, especially meat, over a fire or in an oven for an extended period

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  • Roast the turkey in the oven at 350° F for several hours until it's golden brown and juicy.
  • She loves to roast vegetables in the oven with olive oil and herbs for a flavorful side dish.
  • Roast the whole chicken over the fire on a rotisserie for a delicious and crispy skin.
  • The chef recommends roasting the beef slowly at a low temperature for maximum tenderness.
  • Roasting potatoes in the oven with rosemary and garlic makes for a savory side dish.
2

to mock, tease, or criticize someone in a humorous or often harsh way

transitive
  • His friends roasted him relentlessly about his new haircut.
  • The comedian roasted the audience, making everyone laugh with his sharp wit.
  • They love to roast each other during family gatherings, but it's all in good fun.
  • They all took turns roasting the birthday boy at the party.
  • His colleagues roasted him about the mistake he made in the report.