Definition of typecasts:
(v) :
(acting) To cast an actor in the same kind of role repeatedly.
(v) :
To identify one as being of a specific type because of one's appearance, colour, religion etc.
(n) :
(programming) The modification of the data type of a variable or object.
(v) :
(programming) To cast (change of data type of a variable or object).
(v) :
(printing, historical) To found type in a mold.