Definition of Casting

1. Noun. Object formed by a mold.

Exact synonyms: Cast
Generic synonyms: Copy
Specialized synonyms: Death Mask, Block, Cylinder Block, Engine Block, Life Mask
Derivative terms: Cast, Cast

2. Noun. The act of creating something by casting it in a mold.
Exact synonyms: Molding
Generic synonyms: Creating From Raw Materials
Derivative terms: Cast, Mold, Mold

3. Noun. The act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel.
Exact synonyms: Cast
Generic synonyms: Fishing, Sportfishing
Specialized synonyms: Bait Casting, Fly Casting, Overcast, Surf Casting, Surf Fishing
Derivative terms: Cast

4. Noun. The choice of actors to play particular roles in a play or movie.
Generic synonyms: Choice, Option, Pick, Selection
Derivative terms: Cast

Definition of Casting

1. n. The act of one who casts or throws, as in fishing.

Definition of Casting

1. Verb. (present participle of cast) ¹

2. Noun. The act or process of selecting actors, singers, dancers, models, etc. ¹

3. Noun. A manufacturing process using a mold. ¹

4. Noun. The regurgitation of fur, feathers, and other undigestible material by hawks, to clean and empty their crops. ¹

5. Noun. The excreta of an earthworm or similar creature. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Casting

1. something made in a mold [n -S]

Medical Definition of Casting

1. 1. A metallic object formed in a mold. 2. The act of forming a casting in a mold. (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Casting

castest
casteth
castewise
castful
castigate
castigated
castigates
castigating
castigations
castigator
castigatories
castigators
castigatory
castillated
casting (current term)
casting-couch
casting agent
casting away
casting flask
casting lots
casting off
casting ring
casting vote
casting wax
castings
castiron
castle
castle in Spain

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