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typecast

Pronunciation: /ˈtaɪp.kɑːst/

The English word “typecast” has 5 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. The modification of the data type of a variable or object.

verb

  1. To cast an actor in the same kind of role repeatedly.
  2. To identify one as being of a specific type because of one's appearance, colour, religion etc.
  3. To cast (change of data type of a variable or object).
  4. To found type in a mold.

Etymology

From type + cast.

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