casting

American  

[kas-ting, kah-sting] / ˈkæs tɪŋ, ˈkɑ stɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or process of a person or thing that casts.

2. something cast; any article that has been cast in a mold.

3. the act or process of choosing actors to play the various roles in a theatrical production, motion picture, etc.

4. the act or skill of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel.

   I'll have to improve my casting if I'm ever going to learn to fish well.

5. Zoology. cast.

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casting British  

/ ˈkɑːstɪŋ /

noun

1. an object or figure that has been cast, esp in metal from a mould

2. the process of transferring molten steel to a mould

3. the choosing of actors for a production

4. hunting the act of directing a pack of hounds over ground where their quarry may recently have passed so that they can quest for, discover, or recapture its scent

5. zoology another word for cast pellet

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Other Word Forms

• multicasting noun

Etymology

Origin of casting

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; cast, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The following year, Carnegie Mellon had a drama showcase that brought together graduating seniors and talent agents, managers and casting directors from L.A. and New York.

From The Wall Street Journal

The script for “It Was Just an Accident” never left Panahi’s sight when casting.

From Los Angeles Times

For both, the logistical intricacies of casting announcements, trailers and key art are important — but they’re nothing without the attention of each show’s very active and powerful fandom.

From Los Angeles Times

The award “marks the long-overdue recognition of the impact casting professionals have made and will continue to make in our industry,” says Casting Society President Destiny Lilly in an emailed statement.

From Los Angeles Times

US vampire thriller Sinners won four categories including best casting and best ensemble.

From BBC

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