Main Entry:

type·cast

Pronunciation:

\ˈtīp-ˌkast\

Function:

transitive verb

Inflected Form(s):

type·cast; type·cast·ing

Date:

1927

1 : to cast (an actor or actress) in a part calling for the same characteristics as those possessed by the performer 2 : to cast (an actor or actress) repeatedly in the same type of role 3 : stereotype 2