Casting
/ˈkæstɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of throwing something; the process of shaping molten metal or other material by pouring it into a mold.
/ˈkæstɪŋ/
The act of throwing or projecting something.
The actor's casting in the movie was controversial.
💡 Simply: Throwing something, or making something by pouring melted stuff into a mold.
👶 For kids: Throwing something like a ball or making something by pouring melty stuff into a shape.
More Examples
The bronze casting was incredibly detailed.
How It's Used
"The fisherman made a precise casting to reach the far bank."
"The intricate casting required skilled craftsmanship."
The selection of actors for a play, film, or television show.
/ˈkæstɪŋ/
A specific group of actors selected for a play or film.
The casting call attracted hundreds of hopeful actors.
💡 Simply: The actors chosen for a movie or play.
👶 For kids: The people chosen to be in a movie or play.
More Examples
The casting was excellent, perfectly capturing the characters' essence.
How It's Used
"The casting director was looking for actors with unique qualities."
"The casting for the play was announced this week."
Idioms & expressions
casting a shadow
To cause something to appear dark or gloomy; to create doubt or suspicion.
"His actions cast a shadow over the investigation."
From the verb "cast," ultimately from Proto-Germanic *kaustaną, meaning "to throw." The noun sense developed from the act of throwing something.
The word "casting" in its metalworking sense has a long history, dating back to ancient civilizations.
Memory tip
Think of throwing a fishing rod – that's a 'cast,' and the resulting action is 'casting'.
Word Origin
"to throw"