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casting

 

[ ˈkæstɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

movie industry

The process of selecting actors for a movie or play.

Synonyms

audition, recruitment, selection

Examples of usage

  • The casting for the new film is taking place next week.
  • She has experience in casting for both theater and film productions.
Context #2 | Noun

fishing

The act of throwing a fishing line or net into the water in order to catch fish.

Synonyms

angling, fishing, fly-fishing

Examples of usage

  • He practiced his casting technique in the river.
  • The best time for casting is usually early in the morning.
Context #3 | Noun

metalworking

The process of pouring molten metal into a mold to create a specific shape.

Synonyms

casting process, foundry work, molding

Examples of usage

  • The casting of the statue took several days to complete.
  • The quality of the final product depends on the casting process.

Translations

Translations of the word "casting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fundição

🇮🇳 ढलाई

🇩🇪 Gießen

🇮🇩 pengecoran

🇺🇦 лиття

🇵🇱 odlew

🇯🇵 鋳造 (ちゅうぞう)

🇫🇷 coulée

🇪🇸 fundición

🇹🇷 döküm

🇰🇷 주조 (주조)

🇸🇦 صب

🇨🇿 lití

🇸🇰 liatie

🇨🇳 铸造 (zhùzào)

🇸🇮 liv

🇮🇸 steypa

🇰🇿 құю

🇬🇪 ნაკეთობა

🇦🇿 döküm

🇲🇽 fundición

Etymology

The word 'casting' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old Norse word 'kasta' meaning 'to throw'. Over time, the term 'casting' has evolved to encompass various meanings in different industries, such as the movie industry, fishing, and metalworking. The concept of casting has been integral to human activities for centuries, playing a crucial role in the creation of artistic works, catching food, and manufacturing products.

See also: cast, castaway, caste, caster, castle, forecast, outcast, uncast.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,249 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.