toaster

noun

toast·​er ˈtō-stər How to pronounce toaster (audio)
plural toasters
Synonyms of toasternext
: something or someone that toasts
especially : an electrical appliance for toasting see also toaster oven

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Think your favorite toaster pastry—but bigger, flakier, and filled with rich cream cheese and juicy berries in every bite. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2026 Pop-Tarts toaster pastries have been around for over 60 years and are just as beloved as ever. Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2026 Think of toasters, blenders, radios, extra cable cords, and chargers sitting unused around your home. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 4 Apr. 2026 Smart speakers, smart toilets, smart toasters, and smart deodorants (yes, really) all contain RAM. Hana Kiros, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for toaster

Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of toaster was in 1582

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“Toaster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toaster. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.

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toaster

noun
toast·​er ˈtō-stər How to pronounce toaster (audio)
: an electrical appliance for toasting

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