cast
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A hard covering, usually made of plaster, worn to protect a broken bone while it heals, or the group of actors in a play or film.
Usage notes
"Cast" also means the full group of actors in a show, a completely different meaning from the medical one.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He had to wear a _____ on his arm for six weeks."
Answer: cast
In your own words, what does "cast" mean?
A hard covering, usually made of plaster, worn to protect a broken bone while it heals, or the group of actors in a play or film.
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