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The correct spelling is cast.
How to pronounce cast
/kæst/
nounIPA: /kæst/
Say it like: Cas-t
The correct spelling is cast. An act of throwing. For example: "The area near the stream was covered with little bubbly worm casts."
Usage Examples
“The area near the stream was covered with little bubbly worm casts.”
“He’s in the cast of Oliver.”
“The men got into position for the cast, two at the ladle, two with long rods, all with heavy clothing.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.An act of throwing.
- 2.An instance of throwing out a fishing line.
- 3.Something which has been thrown, dispersed etc.
- 4.A small mass of earth "thrown off" or excreted by a worm.
- 5.The collective group of actors performing a play or production together. Contrasted with crew.
verb
- 1.(physical) To move, or be moved, away.
- 2.To direct (one's eyes, gaze etc.).
- 3.To add up (a column of figures, accounts etc.); cross-cast refers to adding up a row of figures.
- 4.(social) To predict, to decide, to plan.
- 5.To perform, bring forth (a magical spell or enchantment).
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