die cast

¹ American  

Or die-cast

verb (used with object)

1. to shape or form by die casting.

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die-cast ² American  

[dahy-kast, -kahst] / ˈdaɪˌkæst, -ˌkɑst /

adjective

1. formed by die casting.

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die-cast British  

verb

1. (tr) to shape or form (a metal or plastic object) by introducing molten metal or plastic into a reusable mould, esp under pressure, by gravity, or by centrifugal force

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Other Word Forms

• die-casting noun

Etymology

Origin of die cast¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Origin of die-cast²

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Reuters reported this month that Tesla was closing in on an innovation that would allow it to die cast nearly all of the underbody of an electric vehicle in one piece.

From Reuters • Sep. 27, 2023

The 1,200-worker plant, Kokomo Casting, is the world’s largest die cast facility, according to Stellantis.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2022

Bob DeSchepper of Annawan had three tables filled with a variety of John Deer, Case, McCormick and more, including many smaller 1/64 scale die cast models.

From Washington Times • Apr. 22, 2017

Built by The Wand Company and making its debut appearance at San Diego Comic-Con this week, the Communicator is constructed from die cast aluminum and comes with a magnetic stand for wireless charging.

From The Verge • Jul. 7, 2015

Thus was the die cast, and both governments at once set about to make extensive preparations for military and naval action.

From The History of Cuba, vol. 2 by Johnson, Willis Fletcher