To throw something forcefully in a specified direction. verb
He cast the fishing line into the river.
She cast the dice onto the table.
To assign a role to an actor in a play, film, or other production. verb
The director cast her as the lead in the new movie.
They cast him in the role of Hamlet.
To shape material by pouring it into a mold while molten. verb
The statue was cast in bronze.
They cast the metal into intricate shapes.
To cause light or shadow to appear on a surface. verb
The tree cast a long shadow on the ground.
The lamp cast a warm glow in the room.
A group of actors in a play, film, or other production. noun
The cast of the play received a standing ovation.
She joined the cast of the new television series.
An object made by shaping molten material in a mold. noun
The cast of the sculpture was displayed in the gallery.
He admired the intricate details of the cast.
A plaster or fiberglass protective shell used to immobilize a broken bone. noun
She wore a cast on her arm after the accident.
The doctor removed the cast after six weeks.
The act of throwing a fishing line or net into the water. noun
His cast was perfect, landing the lure right where he wanted.
She practiced her cast until she got it just right.