Main Entry:

cast·er

Pronunciation:

\ˈkas-tər\

Function:

noun

Date:

14th century

1: one that casts ; especially : a machine that casts type2or cas·tor \-tər\ a: a usually silver table vessel with a perforated top for sprinkling a seasoning (as sugar or spice) b: a usually revolving metal stand bearing condiment containers (as cruets, mustard pot, and often shakers) for table use : a cruet stand3: any of a set of wheels or rotating balls mounted in a swivel frame and used for the support and movement of furniture, trucks, and portable equipment4: the slight usually backward tilt from vertical of the axis of the steering mechanism of an automobile for giving directional stability to the front wheels