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cast vs stray

stray vs cast

cast and stray both are nouns.

cast is not an adjective while stray is an adjective.

cast and stray both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cast Yes No Yes No
stray Yes Yes Yes No
As verbs, cast and stray are synonyms defined as:
  • cast and stray: move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
Other synonyms of cast include drift, ramble, range, roam, roll, rove, swan, tramp, vagabond, wander.
cast (noun) stray (noun)
the act of throwing dice an animal that has strayed (especially a domestic animal)
the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
a violent throw
object formed by a mold
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) stray (adjective)
(of an animal) having no home or having wandered away from home
not close together in time
cast (verb) stray (verb)
eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking
formulate in a particular style or language wander from a direct course or at random
choose at random move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
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 stray

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