roast
Say it: ROHST /rəʊst/ · noun
What “roast” means
An event where people honour someone by joking about them.
More precisely: An event where someone is honoured by being affectionately mocked with jokes.
Example: “For his fortieth, friends staged a roast that exposed every embarrassing story.”
When to use it
Use it for an organised celebration where friends or comedians affectionately mock the guest of honour.
It can also mean
It also means a meal of meat or vegetables cooked in an oven.
Similar words
ribbing, teasing, send-up
Quick check
At his retirement party, colleagues take turns telling affectionate jokes about the guest of honour. What is this event?
a tribute speech or a roast?
Show the answer
a roast
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