Cast

Pronunciation: /ˈkæst/

Cast (verb)

  1. To throw something with force.
  2. To select actors for a play or movie.
  3. To officially give your vote in an election.

Examples

  • He cast the net into the sea.
  • She cast the dice on the table.

Common collocations: cast a net, cast a spell, cast a glance, cast a role, cast a play

Cast (noun)

  1. All the actors in a play or movie.
  2. A hard cover for a broken bone.

Examples

  • The cast rehearsed for weeks.
  • A talented cast performed the play.

Synonyms of Cast

Neutral

Formal

Antonyms of Cast

  • opposite of throwing