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pre·cast
(prē-kăst′)adj.
Relating to or being a structural member, especially of concrete, that has been cast into form before being transported to its site of installation.
pre·cast′ v.
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precast
adj
(Building) (esp of concrete when employed as a structural element in building) cast in a particular form before being used
vb, -casts, -casting or -cast
(Building) (tr) to cast (concrete) in a particular form before use
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pre•cast
(priˈkæst, -ˈkɑst)v. -cast, -cast•ing,
adj. v.t.
1. to cast (a concrete block or slab, etc.) in a place other than where it is to be installed in a structure.
adj. 2. (of a building material or member) cast before being transported to the site of installation.
[1860–65]
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precast
Past participle: precast
Gerund: precasting
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| Adj. | 1. | precast - of structural members especially of concrete; cast into form before being transported to the site of installation formed - having or given a form or shape |
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