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cast vs overcast

overcast vs cast

cast and overcast both are nouns.

cast is not an adjective while overcast is an adjective.

cast and overcast both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cast Yes No Yes No
overcast Yes Yes Yes No
As nouns, overcast is a hyponym of cast; that is, overcast is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than cast:
  • cast: the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
  • overcast: a cast that falls beyond the intended spot
Other hyponyms of cast include bait casting, fly casting, surf casting, surf fishing.
cast (noun) overcast (noun)
the act of throwing dice a cast that falls beyond the intended spot
the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel a long whipstitch or overhand stitch overlying an edge to prevent raveling
a violent throw the state of the sky when it is covered by clouds
object formed by a mold gloomy semidarkness caused by cloud cover
bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal
container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
the visual appearance of something or someone
the actors in a play
the distinctive form in which a thing is made
cast (adjective) overcast (adjective)
filled or abounding with clouds
cast (verb) overcast (verb)
eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth sew with an overcast stitch from one section to the next
formulate in a particular style or language sew over the edge of with long slanting wide stitches
choose at random make overcast or cloudy
throw forcefully
to remove
form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet
put or send forth
move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
deposit
assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors
Difference between cast and overcast

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