coaster

• Существительное с несколькими значениями: может обозначать человека, живущего в прибрежном регионе, того, кто движется без усилий, или защитную подставку под стакан или бутылку для предотвращения повреждения поверхности стола.

A noun with multiple meanings: it can refer to a person living in a coastal region, someone who moves without effort, or a protective mat or plate placed under a glass or bottle to prevent damage to a table surface.

1. Coastal residentB2formal

   A person who lives in a region near the coast.

   Житель побережья

   • The coasters enjoyed the mild climate all year round.
   • Many coasters rely on fishing for their livelihood.
   • The festival was popular among both locals and coasters.

2. Someone who coastsB2informal

   A person who moves along without much effort, often downhill or without using power.

   Тот, кто катится по инерции

   • He's a coaster in life, never really pushing himself.
   • The skier was a natural coaster down the gentle slope.
   • On the bike path, coasters often pass by without pedaling.

   Antonymsgo-getterhard workerstriver

3. Table protectorA2formal

   A small mat or plate placed under a glass or bottle to protect the table surface from moisture or heat.

   Подставка

   • Please use a coaster to avoid leaving rings on the table.
   • She collected decorative coasters from every country she visited.
   • The bartender set the drink on a branded coaster.

   Synonymsbeer matmattable mat