I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ transitive verb
Etymology: in sense 1, probably back-formation from typecasting; in sense 2, from type (I) + cast
1. : to produce by typecasting
typecast ornament
typecast sorts
2. : to cast (a theatrical performer) in a part calling for the same type of physique, personal quality, and temperament as that characterizing the actor in real life
II. transitive verb
: stereotype
administrators … fearful of being typecast in the role of autocrats — F.M.Hechinger