castor

/'kɑ:stə/

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Explanation of the Word "Castor"

The word "castor" can refer to different things depending on the context. Let's break it down:

Summary

"Castor" is a versatile word with several meanings.

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Noun

1. type genus of the Castoridae: beavers
2. a hat made with the fur of a beaver (or similar material)
3. a pivoting roller attached to the bottom of furniture or trucks or portable machines to make them movable
4. a shaker with a perforated top for sprinkling powdered sugar
5. a multiple star with 6 components; second brightest in Gemini; close to Pollux

Synonyms

• Castor
• genus Castor
• beaver
• caster
• Alpha Geminorum