• This boy has a cast on his leg.

(In this sentence, the word “cast” is used as a noun )

• When fishing, a person casts his line into the water.

cast = throw

cast / cast / cast

(In this sentence, the word “cast” is used as a verb.)

• He’s casting a net into the water.

• Performers are often members of a cast. (cast = group)
• Cast members appear in radio, television, and theater productions.

• If you like radio or television programs, you listen or watch the broadcast.

• He’s using a cast iron skillet to cook.

• Cannons used during the American Civil War were made of cast iron.