roasting
Americanadjective
noun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of roasting
1350–1400; Middle English (gerund); see roast, -ing 1, -ing 2
Example Sentences
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Some contaminants can enter food from the environment, while others can form during high heat cooking methods such as heating, smoking, grilling, roasting, and frying.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
It’s easy to think of shows like “Comedy Central Roast” when it comes to roasting, considering the style a battle.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
At the L-shaped stone counter, furnished with fresh flowers and laboratory-like brewing equipment, the inviting baristas opine on the international bean choices from Habakuk’s Hanoi roasting partner, Flusso.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
I’m roasting those kumato tomatoes and scrambling the eggs.
From Salon • Mar. 3, 2026
The kitchen was filled with the smell of the roasting turkey John had prepared, with a stuffing of sausage, mushrooms, walnuts, apples, and spiced bread crumbs.
From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
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