cast aside

cast aside

1. To physically move something that is blocking one's path. A noun or pronoun can be used between "cast" and "aside." Sorry there's so much junk in here right now—just cast those books aside and have a seat.

2. To ignore, overlook, or reject someone or something. A noun or pronoun can be used between "cast" and "aside." Of course I'm not trying to cast you aside, you're my best friend! I simply haven't had time to call you this week. To attempt that daring jump on your bike, you'll need to cast aside your fears.

See also: aside, cast

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. © 2015 Farlex, Inc, all rights reserved.

cast someone aside

 and cast someone off; cast someone away

Fig. to dispose of someone; to reject or discard someone. He simply cast his wife aside, and that was it.

See also: aside, cast

cast something aside

 and cast something off; cast something away

to throw something away. You can't just cast aside a new coat that you've only worn once.

See also: aside, cast

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. © 2002 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.

cast aside

v.

1. To throw or push something or someone out of the way: I cast my coat aside so that he could sit down. She cast aside the boxes in front of the door.

2. To reject or disregard something or someone: The commander cast aside all caution and ordered the troops to charge the fort. I knew you would cast me aside once you became famous.

See also: aside, cast

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs. Copyright © 2005 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.