caster
|cast/er|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈkæstər/
🇬🇧
/ˈkɑːstə/
wheel for movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'caster' originates from the Old English word 'casten,' where 'cast' meant 'to throw or project.'
Historical Evolution
'casten' transformed into the Middle English word 'casten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'caster.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to throw or project,' but over time it evolved to include the meaning of a wheel for moving objects.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small wheel on a swivel, set under a piece of furniture, a machine, etc., to facilitate moving it.
The office chair has casters for easy movement.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45