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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—C

Cast of the Eye

(A). A squint. One meaning of the word cast is to twist or warp. Thus, a fabric is said to “cast” when it warps; and seamen speak of “casting,” or turning the head of a ship on the tack it is to sail. We also speak of a “casting” or turning vote.

“My goode bowe clene cast [twisted] on one side.” —Ascham: Toxophilus.

Cast Pearls before Swine
(To). If pearls are cast to swine, the swine would only trample them under foot.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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