toaster

Meanings

1. An electrical device for toasting food, typically sliced bread.
2. A toasting fork.
3. A fish ready for toasting.
4. One who toasts (cooks lightly by browning).
5. One who toasts (engages in salute while drinking alcohol).
6. A firearm, especially a pistol.
7. A rapier or similar weapon.
8. Any of several small, box-like automobiles exemplified by the Scion xB and Honda Element.
9. An electronic organ, especially a crude one that uses analog technology.
10. A low-end or outdated personal computer.
11. A protogen.
12. A self-contained software package distributable over the Internet or by burning onto CDs.

Etymology

From toast + -er (agent noun suffix) or -er (patient suffix).