castor UK /ˈkɑːs.tə/US /ˈkæs.tɚ/ noun8 •(UK) A pivoting roller attached to the bottom of furniture to allow it to be moved. •(UK) A container with a perforated cap for sprinkling its contents, especially salt, pepper, etc. •(UK) Alternative spelling of caster, especially in its senses •Castoreum (bitter exudate of mature beavers). •A hat made from the fur of the beaver.I have been always noted for the jaunty manner in which I wear my castor—[…] — 1826 •Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genus Ariadne, of Africa and Asia. •A heavy quality of broadcloth for overcoats. •A variety of petalite found in Elba. formscastors