1
2
: a resident of a seacoast
3
a
: a tray or decanter stand usually of silver and sometimes on wheels
b
: a shallow container or a plate or mat to protect a surface
4
a
: a small vehicle (such as a sled or wagon) used in coasting
b
Examples of coaster in a Sentence
Set the glass on a coaster.
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The National Amusement Park Historical Association named coasters at the two parks at or near the top of its list of favorites in its annual survey.
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Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 1 July 2024
SeaWorld’s pass members will have exclusive access to the coaster, manufactured by Bolliger & Mabillard, with special ride times starting July 2, nearly a week before its grand opening.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2024
Individual experiences include a ride called Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment, the Curse of the Werewolf coaster, a Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience and an up-close opportunity to Meet the Monsters.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 20 June 2024
The coaster will debut in 2026 on the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood.
—Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 6 May 2024
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Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 1 July 2024
SeaWorld’s pass members will have exclusive access to the coaster, manufactured by Bolliger & Mabillard, with special ride times starting July 2, nearly a week before its grand opening.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2024
Individual experiences include a ride called Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment, the Curse of the Werewolf coaster, a Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience and an up-close opportunity to Meet the Monsters.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 20 June 2024
The coaster will debut in 2026 on the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood.
—Jackie Burrell, The Mercury News, 6 May 2024
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“Coaster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coaster. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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coaster
noun
coast·er
ˈkō-stər 
1
: one that coasts
especially
: a ship engaged in coastal trade
2
a
: a round tray usually of silver and sometimes on wheels
b
: a shallow container or a plate or a mat to protect a surface
3
: a small vehicle (as a sled or wagon) for coasting
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