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die cast

1
or die-cast

verb (used with object)

  1. to shape or form by die casting.


die-cast

2

[ dahy-kast, -kahst ]

adjective

  1. formed by die casting.

die-cast

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
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Derived Forms

  • ˈdie-ˌcasting, noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of die cast1

First recorded in 1905–10

Origin of die cast2

First recorded in 1905–10
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Example Sentences

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

Thus was the die cast, and both governments at once set about to make extensive preparations for military and naval action.

All bearings are of high-grade babbitt, die cast, and are interchangeable and easily replaced.

The great ordeal of winning each other is decided, and the die cast.

In another instant the battle had been fought and won, the die cast.

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dieb. tert.die casting