Casting — synonyms, definition

1. casting (Noun)

assembling assembly building cast character characters construction fabrication manufacturing molding moulding tooling

casting (Noun) — Object formed by a mould.

casting (Noun) — The act of creating something by casting it in a mould.

casting (Noun) — The act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel.

casting (Noun) — The choice of actors to play particular roles in a play or movie.

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2. casting (US)

design frame image impression mold reproduction

3. casting (Verb)

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casting (Verb) — Put or send forth. ex. "cast a spell" ex. "cast a warm light"

casting (Verb) — Deposit. ex. "cast a vote" ex. "cast a ballot"

casting (Verb) — (performing arts) select to play, sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet. ex. "He cast a young woman in the role of Desdemona"

casting (Verb) — Throw forcefully.

casting (Verb) — Assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors. ex. "Who cast this beautiful movie?"

casting (Verb) — Move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment. ex. "They cast from town to town"

casting (Verb) — Form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mould. ex. "cast a bronze sculpture"

casting (Verb) — Get rid of. ex. "he cast his image as a pushy boss"

casting (Verb) — Choose at random. ex. "cast lots"

casting (Verb) — Formulate in a particular style or language. ex. "She cast her request in very polite language"

casting (Verb) — Eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth.

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