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caster

Syllabification: (cast·er)
Pronunciation: /ˈkastər/

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Definition of caster

noun

  • 1a person who casts something or a machine for casting something.
  • 2 Fishing a fly pupa used as bait.
  • 3each of a set of small wheels, free to swivel in any direction, fixed to the legs or base of a heavy piece of furniture so that it can be moved easily.
  • the angular inclination of a steering pivot or kingpin, especially that of the front wheel of a vehicle.
  • 4a small container with holes in the top, especially one used for sprinkling sugar or pepper.

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Definition of caster in the British & World English dictionary