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The correct spelling is typecast.

How to pronounce typecast

/ˈtaɪp.kɑːst/
verb

IPA: /ˈtaɪp.kɑːst/

Say it like: Typ-eca-st

The correct spelling is typecast. To cast an actor in the same kind of role repeatedly. For example: "Does anyone know how to typecast a String in Java into an int?"

Usage Examples

Does anyone know how to typecast a String in Java into an int?

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To cast an actor in the same kind of role repeatedly.
  2. 2.To identify someone as being of a specific type because of their appearance, colour, religion etc.
  3. 3.To cast (change of data type of a variable or object).
  4. 4.To found type in a mold.

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