Castor (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A multiple star with 6 components; second brightest in Gemini; close to Pollux.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).

Synonyms

• Alpha Geminorum

Meaning ²

Type genus of the Castoridae: beavers.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Synonyms

• Genus Castor

Meaning ³

A shaker with a perforated top for sprinkling powdered sugar.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Caster

Hypernyms

• Shaker

Meaning ⁴

A pivoting roller attached to the bottom of furniture or trucks or portable machines to make them movable.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Caster

Hypernyms

• Roller

Meaning ⁵

A hat made with the fur of a beaver (or similar material).

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Beaver

Hypernyms

• Fur Hat