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toast
The word carries a dual sensory profile, splitting between the domestic comfort of a warm kitchen and the social formality of a celebration. When referring to food, it evokes warmth and a specific crunch, usually associated with the start of a day or a simple snack.
Countable when referring to the individual pieces of browned bread. Uncountable when referring to the general category of food or the act of celebrating.
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Sliced bread that has been browned by radiant heat.
"I had toast and jam for breakfast."
The act of raising a glass and drinking in honor of a person or event.
"The best man proposed a toast to the newlyweds."
To brown bread by exposing it to heat.
"I will toast the bagel for you."