n. 1. (Bowling) A cast; a throw. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Mining.) The ventilating shaft of a mine out of which the air passes after having circulated through the mine; -- distinguished from the downcast. Called also upcast pit, and upcast shaft. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. An upset, as from a carriage. [ Scot. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
4. A taunt; a reproach. [ Scot. ] Sir W. Scott. [ 1913 Webster ]