typecast

[tahyp-kast, -kahst]

type-cast

[tahyp-kast, -kahst] verb, type-cast, type-cast·ing, adjective Printing.
verb (used with object), verb (used without object)
1.
to cast (type).
adjective
2.
(of text to be printed) having the type already cast.

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Typecast is one of our favorite verbs.
So is subtilize. Does it mean:
to introduce subtleties into or argue subtly about.
to expurgate (a written work) by removing or modifying passages considered vulgar or objectionable.

Origin:
1875–80

type-cast·er, noun
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type·cast

[tahyp-kast, -kahst]
verb (used with object), type·cast, type·cast·ing. Theater.
1.
to cast (a performer) in a role that requires characteristics of physique, manner, personality, etc., similar to those possessed by the performer.
2.
to cast (a performer) repeatedly in a kind of role closely patterned after that of the actor's previous successes.
3.
to stereotype: He realizes now he's been typecast as an executive errand boy.

Origin:
1930–35; type + cast
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typecast (ˈtaɪpˌkɑːst)
 
vb , -casts, -casting, -cast
(tr) to cast (an actor) in the same kind of role continually, esp because of his physical appearance or previous success in such roles
 
'typecaster
 
n

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