Definition for CAST'ER

CAST'ER, n. [from cast.]

  1. One who throws or casts; one who computes; a calculator; one who calculates fortunes. – Addison.
  2. A small phial or vessel for the table; as, a set of casters.
  3. A small wheel on a swivel, on which furniture is cast, or rolled, on the floor, in any direction.
  4. One who makes castings; a founder.

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