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KAHST/kɑːst/

The cast is the group of actors in a play or film: the original cast; cast list; a strong cast. Cast as a verb can mean give someone a role (cast her as the detective) or throw (cast a net; cast a vote; cast a shadow). A troupe is a travelling company; actors is the everyday plural. Do not confuse cast with caste (a social system). All-star cast is a publicity phrase.

Meaning

The group of actors in a play or film; also to throw something.

Examples

• “The whole cast came on stage at the end.”
• “An all-star cast will appear in the new BBC drama.”
• “Voters cast their ballots before the polls closed at ten.”

Good to know

the cast of a play / film. Verb: cast someone as; cast a vote / shadow. Everyday: actors. Not caste.

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