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shape vs cast

cast vs shape

shape and cast both are nouns.

shape and cast both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
shape Yes No Yes No
cast Yes No Yes No
As nouns, shape and cast are synonyms defined as:
  • shape and cast: the visual appearance of something or someone
Other synonyms of shape include form.
As verbs, cast is a hyponym of shape; that is, cast is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than shape:
  • shape: make something, usually for a specific function
  • cast: form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
Other hyponyms of shape include carve, swage, upset, chip, layer, cut out, machine, grind, stamp, puddle, beat, preform, preform, mound, hill, roughcast, remold, reshape, sinter, mold, mould, throw, coil, hand-build, handbuild, sculpt, sculpture, model, mold, mould.
shape (noun) cast (noun)
the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance the act of throwing dice
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
the visual appearance of something or someone a violent throw
alternative names for the body of a human being object formed by a mold
a perceptual structure bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal
a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') the visual appearance of something or someone
the actors in a play
the distinctive form in which a thing is made
shape (verb) cast (verb)
give shape or form to eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
shape or influence; give direction to formulate in a particular style or language
make something, usually for a specific function choose at random
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
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