castor

UK /ˈkɑːs.tə/ US /ˈkæs.tɚ/
noun 7name 5

Definitions

noun

1

A hat made from the fur of the beaver.

I have been always noted for the jaunty manner in which I wear my castor—[…]

2

A heavy quality of broadcloth for overcoats.

3

Castoreum (bitter exudate of mature beavers).

4

Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genus Ariadne, of Africa and Asia.

noun

1

A variety of petalite found in Elba.

noun

1

Alternative spelling of caster, especially in its senses

2

Alternative spelling of caster, especially in its senses

Mrs. Hussey soon appeared, with a mustard-pot in one hand and a vinegar-cruet in the other, having just broken away from the occupation of attending to the castors, and scolding her little black boy meantime.

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