caste vs cast
Definitions
noun
- in some social insects (such as ants) a physically distinct individual or group of individuals specialized to perform certain functions in the colony
- social status or position conferred by a system based on class
- (Hinduism) a hereditary social class among Hindus; stratified according to ritual purity
- a social class separated from others by distinctions of hereditary rank or profession or wealth
Examples
Put all the fruit in a saucepan on a gentle heat and add a couple of tablespoons of caster sugar and a slug of something pleasantly alcoholic such as brandy, whisky or even sherry.
Officers in Doncaster have also started Operation Arrow Two, a high-visibility street crime initiative, targeting known criminals, in particular bag and purse snatchers.
The state broadcaster has been transmitting the Angelus on television for 40 years and longer on radio.
Definitions
verb
- select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet
- get rid of
- eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
- throw forcefully
- formulate in a particular style or language
noun
- a violent throw
- the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
- object formed by a mold
- bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal
- the act of throwing dice
Examples
The Staff of Volans has a limited supply of magic energy. Roll a dice after each spell is cast.
It was of a suitable Ash Wednesday character and left the congregation feeling sober and a little cast down.
A little bit overcast is actually a lot better than a sunny sky for us out there," Miller said.
