cast Meaning and Definition

1. n. a violent throw

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

3. n. the act of throwing dice

4. n. object formed by a mold

5. n. bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal

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

7. n. the visual appearance of something or someone

8. n. the actors in a play

9. n. the distinctive form in which a thing is made

10. s. (of molten metal or glass) formed by pouring or pressing into a mold

11. v. eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

12. v. formulate in a particular style or language

13. v. choose at random

14. v. throw forcefully

15. v. get rid of

16. v. put or send forth

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

18. v. select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet

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

20. v. deposit

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