An apparatus used for roasting (whole) apples, especially one placed in front of a fire and consisting of a tin frame, shelf, and canopy for reflecting heat on to the side of the apples not facing the fire.
Origin
Mid 17th century.
Definition of apple roaster in US English:
apple roaster
noun
historical
An apparatus used for roasting (whole) apples, especially one placed in front of a fire and consisting of a tin frame, shelf, and canopy for reflecting heat on to the side of the apples not facing the fire.