Definitions
There are 20 meanings of the word
Cast.
How to pronounce cast:
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Cast - as a noun
The actors in a play
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Container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
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The distinctive form in which a thing is made
Example: "Pottery of this cast was found throughout the region"
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The visual appearance of something or someone
Example: "The delicate cast of his features"
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Bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal
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Object formed by a mold
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The act of throwing dice
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The act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
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Cast - as a verb
Put or send forth
Example: "She threw the flashlight beam into the corner"
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Deposit
Example: "Cast a vote"
Select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet
Example: "He cast a young woman in the role of desdemona"
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Throw forcefully
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Assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors
Example: "Who cast this beautiful movie?"
Move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
Example: "The gypsies roamed the woods"
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Form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
Example: "Cast a bronze sculpture"
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To remove
Example: "He shed his image as a pushy boss"
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Formulate in a particular style or language
Example: "I wouldn't put it that way"
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Example Sentences
"The play had a talented cast of actors."
"He broke his leg and had to wear a cast."
"The fishermen caught a huge cast of fish."
"The cast of the TV series includes some famous actors."
"She made a mold of his face using a plaster cast."
Word Game Points
Is CAST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cast is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CAST has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is CAST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cast is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCAST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is CAST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cast is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCAST has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
