die cast

¹ American  

Or die-cast

verb (used with object)

1. to shape or form by die casting.

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die-cast ² American  

[dahy-kast, -kahst] / ˈdaɪˌkæst, -ˌkɑst /

adjective

1. formed by die casting.

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die-cast British  

verb

1. (tr) to shape or form (a metal or plastic object) by introducing molten metal or plastic into a reusable mould, esp under pressure, by gravity, or by centrifugal force

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Other Word Forms

• die-casting noun

Etymology

Origin of die cast¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Origin of die-cast²

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

To cope with the repairability issue, Zeekr will be able to change select parts of the larger die cast section in the event of a collision, rather than having to replace the whole thing.

From Reuters • Apr. 27, 2023

The 1,200-worker plant, Kokomo Casting, is the world’s largest die cast facility, according to Stellantis.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2022

Bob DeSchepper of Annawan had three tables filled with a variety of John Deer, Case, McCormick and more, including many smaller 1/64 scale die cast models.

From Washington Times • Apr. 22, 2017

Built by The Wand Company and making its debut appearance at San Diego Comic-Con this week, the Communicator is constructed from die cast aluminum and comes with a magnetic stand for wireless charging.

From The Verge • Jul. 7, 2015

The die cast, the several States committed to the side of treason, there was no alternative: fight they must.

From The Continental Monthly, Vol. 1, No. 1, January 1862 Devoted to Literature and National Policy by Various