English Explanatory Dictionary

out of central casting

English dictionary entry

Meanings

prep_phrase
  1. Conforming to the stereotypical image of a particular type of person or group.

Pronunciation

En-au-out of central casting.ogg

Word forms

out of central casting

Etymology

From Central Casting, an American company that specializes in casting extras, body doubles, and stand-ins.

Synonyms

central casting

Related words

look the part
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