Meaning & use
diecast
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Meanings
nouncountabletechnical
A metal object made by forcing molten metal into a mold under high pressure.
Grammar: Countable; usually used in the plural 'diecasts' to refer to collectible toy vehicles.
Patterns
- a diecast
- diecast models
He collects diecasts of classic cars.
The diecast was painted red and had tiny wheels.
She bought a diecast of a vintage airplane.
adjectivebefore a nountechnical
Made by a process in which molten metal is forced into a mold under pressure.
Grammar: Used before a noun: diecast parts, diecast toys.
Patterns
- diecast metal
- diecast model
The factory produces diecast components for engines.
He has a large collection of diecast cars.
Diecast toys are more durable than plastic ones.
Word forms
| plural | diecasts |
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Common combinations
- diecast model
- The diecast model of the ship was incredibly detailed.
- diecast toy
- Children love playing with diecast toy trucks.
- diecast metal
- The frame is made of diecast metal for strength.
Synonyms and how they differ
- cast
- General term for shaping metal by pouring it into a mold; 'diecast' specifically uses pressure.
Word family
- diecasting noun
- The process of making diecast objects.
Commonly confused: diecast or die-cast?
diecast vs die-cast
Same meaning, just a hyphenated spelling.
Practice
What is a diecast?
Choose one answer.
Diecast refers to metal objects made by forcing molten metal into a mold under pressure. Plastic, wood, or hand-painted items are not diecast.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “diecast”, then check it and compare it with the examples above.