miscast
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fehlbesetzen
To cast or reckon incorrectlyTo cast or reckon incorrectly.
/mɪsˈkæst/
Meaning
4 senses(intransitive, transitive)To cast or reckon incorrectly.
(intransitive, transitive)To cast or direct erroneously or improperly.
to miscast a glance
To cast an actor in an inappropriate role.
fehlbesetzen
cast an actor, singer, or dancer in an unsuitable role
To make an error when casting a vote.
Translations
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By meaning 1
To cast an actor in an inappropriate role:
Origin
From Middle English miscasten, equivalent to mis- + cast.From Middle English miscasten, equivalent to mis- + cast.
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Forms
miscasts, miscasting, miscast, miscastLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, irregular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle