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   Castor (?), n. [L. castor the beaver, Gr. ; of uncertain origin.]
   1. (Zool.) A genus of rodents, including the beaver. See Beaver.
   
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   2. Castoreum. See Castoreum.
   
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   3. A hat, esp. one made of beaver fur; a beaver.
   
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   I have always been known for the jaunty manner in which I wear my castor. Sir W. Scott.
   
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   4. A heavy quality of broadcloth for overcoats.
   
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   Castor (?), n. See Caster, a small wheel.
   
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   Castor (?), n. [L.] (Astron.) the northernmost of the two bright stars in the constellation Gemini, the other being Pollux.
   
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    Castor, Castorite (?),  n. [The minerals castor and pollux were so named because found together on the island of Elba. See Castor and Pollux.] (Min.) A variety of the mineral called petalite, from Elba.
   
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