Coaster

English

Etymology

to coast + -er

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /kəʊ.stə(ɹ)/
• Rhymes: -əʊstə(r)

Noun

Coaster (plural Coasters)

1. Agent noun of coast: one who coasts.
2. Something that coasts, such as a sled or toboggan.
3. (nautical) A merchant vessel that stays in coastal waters.
4. A person who originates from or inhabits a coastal area.
5. A small piece of material used to protect the surface of a table, upon which one places cups or mugs.
6. A small tray on wheels, used to pass something around a table.
7. (computing, slang) A worthless compact disc or DVD, such as one that was burned incorrectly.
8. (informal) A rollercoaster.

Coordinate terms

• (small piece of material for protecting the surface of a table, upon which one places the cup): saucer