toast
11 synonyms for toast, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Sliced bread browned by heat.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Sliced bread browned by heat.
“Could I have two slices of toast with my eggs, please?”
How to use toast
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
propose a toast
raise a toast
butter the toast
he's toast
Etymology
From Middle English tost — the "salute with a drink" sense grew from an old custom of flavoring a drink with a piece of spiced toast, later applied instead to the person being honored.
Full origin of toast →Frequently asked questions
What does “toast” mean?
The word “toast” means sliced bread browned by heat. In plain terms, browned bread for breakfast, a spoken tribute over drinks, or slang for someone in serious trouble.
How do you pronounce “toast”?
“Toast” is pronounced tohst (/toʊst/ in IPA).
How do you use “toast” in a sentence?
Here is “toast” used in a sentence: “She had toast and jam for breakfast.”
What part of speech is “toast”?
Depending on how it is used, “toast” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “toast” come from?
The word “toast” comes from Middle English. From Middle English tost — the "salute with a drink" sense grew from an old custom of flavoring a drink with a piece of spiced toast, later applied instead to the person being honored.
Is “toast” a common word?
“Toast” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “toast” have?
“Toast” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: sliced bread browned by heat.
What is the difference between 'toast' and 'grill'?
To toast means specifically to brown bread, or similar items, by direct heat until crisp. To grill is broader, cooking many foods under or over strong heat, and in British usage it covers what Americans call broiling. You toast bread but grill meat, cheese, or vegetables.
