1. to cast (an actor) repeatedly in the same type of role
Usage: entertainment industry
2. to categorize or stereotype someone based on limited characteristics

1. cast repeatedly in similar roles or characterized by being stereotyped

Examples

• The director decided not to typecast the versatile actress in another romantic comedy.
• After playing the villain in three movies, he worried about being typecast.
• She refused to be typecast as just a pretty face in Hollywood.
• The casting director tried to avoid typecasting actors based on their appearance.
• Many child actors struggle with being typecast as they grow older.
• He was typecast as the funny sidekick throughout his career.
• The typecast actor decided to take on more challenging dramatic roles.