Definition of "die-cast" [die-cast]

• To make an object by pouring a liquid or molten material into a reusable mold or die in which the material hardens. (verb)
• A model or object made by this technique. (noun)

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• "Made up of a structure with an aluminum frame, faced with lacquered glass on both sides, it is further marked by a lavishly sized handle especially produced from pressure die-cast metal alloy and provided with a front trim of lacquered glass in the same colour as the leaf."
• "They are often made from die-cast metal and plastic and some even are outfitted with special effects."
• "Facing weak domestic demand for toys and infant products due to a falloff in the Japan's birthrate and a sluggish economy, Tomy, which produces such toys as "Plarail" railway train sets and "Tomica" die-cast cars, is aiming to expand its global reach."