cast

/kˈɑːst/

/ˈkæst/

[noun] [verb]

Cast

[NOUN]

container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens

synonyms : mold

mould

a shell, made of plaster or fiberglass, that surrounds anatomical structures in order to stabilize and protect them

synonyms : plaster bandage

plaster cast

all the actors and actresses in a movie, play, etc.

synonyms : cast of characters

dramatis personae

the act of throwing dice

synonyms : roll

the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel

synonyms : casting

a violent throw

synonyms : hurl

object formed by a mold

synonyms : casting

the visual appearance of something or someone

synonyms : form

shape

the distinctive form in which a thing is made

synonyms : mold

mould

stamp

to cast

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

synonyms : barf

antonyms : keep down

put or send forth

synonyms : contrive

project

throw

deposit

to choose a performer to play a role in a movie, opera, play, etc.

throw forcefully

synonyms : hurl

hurtle

formulate in a particular style or language

synonyms : couch

frame

put

redact

choose at random

synonyms : draw

get rid of

synonyms : cast off

form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold

synonyms : mold

mould

move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

synonyms : drift

assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors

Examples

1. Imprisonment of student casts a shadow on Human Rights Council candidacy.

2. The morning sun cast a pale golden glow over the horizon.

3. Maths error casts doubts on Greater Cambridge Partnership's road.

4. The afternoon sun casts a warm glow on the buildings and trees.

Nearby words

cast pearls before swine

castanets