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Die-cast
adj, noun, verb
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Pertaining to having been cast in a die. not-comparable
Adjective
- 1 formed by forcing molten metal into a die wordnet
Noun
- 1 A model or object made by this technique.
Verb
- 1 To make an object by pouring a liquid or molten material into a reusable mold or die in which the material hardens. transitive
Etymology
Etymology 1
From die + cast: From using a mold (die) to create a molding (cast).
Etymology 2
From die + cast: From using a mold (die) to create a molding (cast).
Etymology 3
From die + cast: From using a mold (die) to create a molding (cast).
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