caster
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for caster, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small swivelling wheel fixed to the underside of furniture or equipment so it can roll.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use caster
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From cast + -er; the furniture-wheel sense comes from an old use of "cast" meaning "to turn".
Full origin of caster →Frequently asked questions
What does “caster” mean?
The word “caster” means a small swivelling wheel fixed to the underside of furniture or equipment so it can roll. In plain terms, a small wheel under furniture, a shaker for sprinkling seasoning, or anyone/anything that casts.
How do you pronounce “caster”?
“Caster” is pronounced KAHS-tuh (/ˈkæstɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “caster” in a sentence?
Here is “caster” used in a sentence: “One of the chair's casters kept squeaking.”
What part of speech is “caster”?
“Caster” is a noun.
How many meanings does “caster” have?
“Caster” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small swivelling wheel fixed to the underside of furniture or equipment so it can roll.