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Toasted bread.

Example: I ate a piece of toast for breakfast.

A proposed salutation (e.g. to say "cheers") while drinking alcohol.

Example: At the reception, there were many toasts from the well-wishers.

A person, group, or notable object to which a salutation with alcohol is made; a person or group held in similar esteem.

Example: He was the toast of high society.

(chiefly US) Something that will be no more; something subject to impending destruction, harm or injury.

Example: If I ever get my hands on the guy that stole my wallet, he’s toast!

To lightly cook by browning via direct exposure to a fire or other heat source.

Example: We liked to toast marshmallows around the campfire.

To grill, lightly cook by browning specifically under a grill or in a toaster

Example: Top with cheese and toast under the grill for a few minutes.

To engage in a salutation and/or accompanying raising of glasses while drinking alcohol in honor of someone or something.

Example: We toasted the happy couple many times over the course of the evening.

To warm thoroughly.

Example: I toasted my feet by the fire.