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open-cast

[ oh-puhn-kast, -kahst ]

adjective

, British Mining.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of open-cast1

First recorded in 1705–15

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Example Sentences

His physiognomy, of an open cast and instinct with joviality, recalled the features of his grandfather, Charles Martel.

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