Star

Definitions of "star"

• noun
• A celestial body that generates light and other radiant energy and consists of a mass of gas held together by its own gravity in which the energy generated by nuclear reactions in the interior is balanced by the outflow of energy to the surface, and the inward-directed gravitational forces are balanced by the outward-directed gas and radiation pressures. noun
• Any of the celestial bodies visible at night from Earth as relatively stationary, usually twinkling points of light. noun
• Something regarded as resembling such a celestial body. noun
• A graphic design having five or more radiating points, often used as a symbol of rank or merit. noun
• noun
• An artistic performer or athlete whose leading role or superior performance is acknowledged. noun
• One who is highly celebrated in a field or profession. noun
• noun
• An asterisk (*). noun
• The star key on a telephone. noun
• A white spot on the forehead of a horse. noun
• A planet or constellation of the zodiac believed in astrology to influence personal destiny. noun
• The future; destiny. Often used with the. noun
• Outstanding or famous, especially in performing something. adjective
• Of or relating to a star or stars. adjective
• intransitive verb
• To ornament with stars. intransitive verb
• To award or mark with a star for excellence. intransitive verb

The word "star" in example sentences

When the sea of bodies finally parted, it made sense: two Gossip Girl guys + one movie star + one television star+ one Olsen twin = total chaos.. [the latest from teenvogue.com]

[Footnote 238: "At night the savages direct their course by the polar star; they call it the _motionless star_.. [The Conquest of Canada (Vol. 1 of 2)]

There was a time, not so long ago, when the term "star hedge-fund manager" had a legitimate place in the investment lexicon.. [Hedge Funds' Fading Star]

Whatever their words for stars in the sky, speakers of Turkish, Portuguese, German, and other tongues turn to native-language media outlets named partly or entirely in Global English, often putting the word star in the limelight.. [The English Is Coming!]

Whatever their words for stars in the sky, speakers of Turkish, Portuguese, German, and other tongues turn to native-language media outlets named partly or entirely in Global English, often putting the word star in the limelight.. [The English Is Coming!]

Jennifer Garner is going from super-spy to super-sleuth: The Alias star will play Miss Marple in a new adaptation of Agatha Christie's crime novels, according to Deadline.. [Jennifer Garner Giving Miss Marple a Young Makeover]

Even though the title star is Aquaman, this story is more from Aqualad's point of view--we get to read what young Garth is thinking, while Aquaman's plans to combat the now-giant sea creatures are as unknown to us as they are to Aqualad.. [Showcase #31 - April 1961]

Even though the title star is Aquaman, this story is more from Aqualad's point of view--we get to read what young Garth is thinking, while Aquaman's plans to combat the now-giant sea creatures are as unknown to us as they are to Aqualad.. [Archive 2009-03-01]

Barnes & Noble, the country's largest book retailer as measured by sales, is so certain that the book will excite readers that it plans on giving the title star treatment, including stacking extensive copies in the front of its stores.. [Tragic Novel Hopes For Happy Ending]

Coming up, the story that brings new meaning to the term star-crossed lovers.. [CNN Transcript Feb 6, 2007]

Sylvester Stallone's big action movie The Expendables gives the term star vehicle a whole new meaning.. [Taipei Times]

He'll be joined by cast members too, including his title star, Chris Evans.. [The Green Bay Press-Gazette Latest Headlines]

The 5 day test classic may be the title star of the show but that doesn't mean that Ashes. [Pocket-lint]

The 5 day test classic may be the title star of the show but that doesn't mean that Ashes. [Pocket-lint]

The title star of the latest comic book movie talks about how the ending of the movie was changed and why Dave won't be more of a badass in the sequel!. [Comic Book Movie]

Matthew Vaughn's Kick-Ass, the title star of the movie,. [Comic Book Movie]