noun
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a vessel or trader engaged in coastal commerce
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a small tray, sometimes on wheels, for holding a decanter, wine bottle, etc
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a person or thing that coasts
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a protective disc or mat for glasses or bottles
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short for roller coaster
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a European resident on the coast
noun
Etymology
Origin of coaster
Example Sentences
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Records line most of the walls and shelves, drinks are served on vinyl-shaped coasters and tables and light fixtures are designed to the theme.
From Los Angeles Times
He reveals, “I stopped watching dailies on that because Zach is so surprising that I just wanted to go to the first test screening and experience the movie. And it was like a roller coaster.”
From Los Angeles Times
Despite the underlying momentum, sharp swings in trade policy over the course of the year sent the economic data on a roller coaster ride.
From BBC
He added: "It's easy to get up on that roller coaster and get carried away, but it will come back".
From BBC
I place my glass on a marble coaster and cross my hands in my lap.
From Literature
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