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toasty

American  
[toh-stee] / ˈtoʊ sti /

adjective

toastier, toastiest

  1. comfortably or cozily warm.

  2. characteristic of or resembling toast.

    toasty aromas.
toasty 1 British  
/ ˈtəʊstɪ /

noun

  1. a toasted sandwich

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
toasty 2 British  
/ ˈtəʊstɪ /

adjective

  1. tasting or smelling like toast

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • toastiness noun

Etymology

Origin of toasty

First recorded in 1890–95; toast 1 + -y 1

Example Sentences

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Southern California continues to sizzle under a heat advisory on Friday, as temperatures across the region remain a toasty 15 to 25 degrees above normal, with no meaningful relief in sight.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

“It’s something to do in Wisconsin in February,” Peter said, leaning on a rail in the cozy cabin, the water glowing green, a radio playing softly and a space heater keeping the couple toasty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

They add that toasty snap that makes every bite feel complete.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2025

Paired with a roster of original recipes featuring chic spins on classic flavors—minty dark chocolate, toasty coconut, sparkling citrus and spicy gingerbread—the dividends were delightful.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

The seats are white leather, and seconds after he cranks up, mine feels all toasty.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas

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