gesso — meaning in English

English meaning

cast verb To throw something, especially with some force or intent.
chalk noun A soft white rock made of limestone, or a stick of similar material used for writing or drawing.
plaster noun A mixture of lime or gypsum, sand, and water that hardens into a smooth surface, used to coat walls and ceilings.

gesso is used for these senses in English:

cast A supportive and immobilising device used to help mend broken bones.
chalk (uncountable) A soft, white, powdery limestone (calcium carbonate, CaCO3).
gesso A mixture of plaster of Paris and glue used to prepare a surface for painting.
plaster (uncountable) A mixture of lime or gypsum, sand, and water, sometimes with the addition of fibres, that hardens to a smooth solid and is used for coating walls and ceilings; render, stucco.
plaster (countable) A cast made of plaster of Paris and gauze; a plaster cast.
plaster cast (surgery) A cast made of a stiff material (often plaster of Paris and gauze) in order to immobilize a broken bone for the period of healing.

verb To throw something, especially with some force or intent.
verb To choose actors for the roles in a play, film, or show.
verb To shape a liquid material, especially molten metal, by pouring it into a mould.
noun The group of actors performing in a play, film, or show.
noun A rigid support, often plaster, used to hold a broken bone in place while it heals.

noun A soft white rock made of limestone, or a stick of similar material used for writing or drawing.
noun Powdered chalk-like substance used to improve grip in climbing, gymnastics, or weightlifting.
verb To mark or write something using chalk.