casting

noun

cast·​ing ˈka-stiŋ How to pronounce casting (audio)
1
: something (such as the excrement of an earthworm) that is cast out or off
2
: the act of one that casts: such as
a
: the throwing of a fishing line by means of a rod and reel
b
: the assignment of parts and duties to actors or performers
3
: something cast in a mold

Examples of casting in a Sentence

The workers make metal castings for truck engines.
Recent Examples on the Web He’s talked in the past about criticisms lodged against his casting and a desire to understand his heritage. Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2024 Sean Ono Lennon is making an inspired casting wish for the upcoming Beatles movies. Tommy McArdle, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2024 France denied swaying Netflix’s decision, noting that Brent was chosen as the best person for the job after a full casting process. Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 8 Mar. 2024 Even today, on most urban streets, the only bald eagles typically found are metal castings at the end of flagpoles. Jim Riccioli, Journal Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2024 Water the soil/fertilizer/worm castings well, then replace the mulch. Fertilize organic citrus and avocado the same way, using citrus and avocado food. Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Mar. 2024 Shortly after his casting was announced, clips surfaced of Gillis using racial slurs and making racist jokes in a 2018 episode of Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast. Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 26 Feb. 2024 The latest casting comes at an auspicious time in Monsoon’s career. Stephen Daw, Billboard, 28 Feb. 2024 This is a very intentional casting of choosing the best actors and actresses. Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 28 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of casting was in the 14th century

Cite this Entry

“Casting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/casting. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

casting

noun
cast·​ing
ˈkas-tiŋ
1
: the act of one that casts
2
: something cast in a mold
3

Medical Definition

casting

noun
cast·​ing
1
: the act or process of making casts or impressions or of shaping in a mold
2
: something cast in a mold
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