Cast

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NOUN

container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens

the distinctive form in which a thing is made

the visual appearance of something or someone

bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal

object formed by a mold

the act of throwing dice

the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel

a violent throw

VERB

put or send forth

deposit

select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet

throw forcefully

assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors

move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold

choose at random

formulate in a particular style or language

eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

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