noun / verb
cast
The selection of actors for a production or the group selected.
The director casts a new actor in the leading role.
Etymology
Old Norse kasta meant to throw. English cast developed uses involving distribution or assignment, including allocating theatrical parts; the noun then names the actors assigned those parts.
More examples
- The cast rehearsed together for weeks.
- She has cast every part in the play.
- Several casts performed the production on tour.
Forms
cast · casts · casting
casting noun — The process of choosing performers for roles.