Meaning of the word star in English

What does star mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

star

US /stɑːr/

UK /stɑːr/

a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in its interior

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The night sky was filled with twinkling stars.

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Our sun is a star.

Synonym:

celestial body sun

a famous or exceptionally talented entertainer or sports player

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She's a rising star in the music industry.

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The movie features many Hollywood stars.

Synonym:

celebrity icon luminary superstar idol

a conventionalized representation of a star, typically one with five or six points

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The flag has fifty stars.

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She drew a little star on the card.

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asterisk star shape

to feature as the principal performer or performer

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He will star in the new Broadway musical.

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The film stars a famous actor.

Synonym:

headline feature lead

excellent or outstanding

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She gave a star performance.

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He's a star student.

Synonym:

excellent outstanding superb brilliant top-notch