Toast Definition

toast
noun
  1. slices of bread that have been toasted
  2. a celebrity who receives much acclaim and attention; "he was the toast of the town"
  3. a person in desperate straits; someone doomed; "I'm a goner if this plan doesn't work"; "one mistake and you're toast"
  4. a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event
verb
  1. make brown and crisp by heating; "toast bread"; "crisp potatoes"
  2. propose a toast to; "Let us toast the birthday girl!"; "Let's drink to the New Year"

"Toast" in song lyrics

See how toast is used in real songs:

  • "You young at your post, shakey with the toast"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo — Trouble to MC's
  • "See me on the cover of the New York Post holding my toast"
    9th Prince — Hood Guerillas
  • "Uhh.. yeah, so let me take a toast"
    Above the Law — Set Free

Usage tips for "toast"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "toast" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for toast to find words that pair well.

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