star

noun

1》 a fixed luminous point in the night sky which is a large, remote incandescent body like the sun.

2》 a stylized representation of a star, typically with five or more points.

    ↘a star-shaped symbol indicating a category of excellence.

    ↘used in names of starfishes and similar echinoderms, e.g. cushion star.

3》 a famous or talented entertainer or sports player.

    ↘an outstanding person or thing.

4》 Astrology a planet, constellation, or configuration regarded as influencing one's fortunes or personality.

    ↘(stars) informal a horoscope.

5》 a white patch on the forehead of a horse or other animal.

verb (stars, starring, starred)

1》 (of a film, play, etc.) have (someone) as a principal performer.

    ↘(of a performer) have a principal role in a film, play, etc.

2》 decorate or cover with star-shaped marks or objects.

    ↘mark for special notice or recommendation with a star.

Phrases

my stars! informal, dated an expression of surprise.

see stars seem to see flashes of light, especially as a result of a blow on the head.

Derivatives

stardom noun

starless adjective

starlike adjective

Origin

OE steorra, of Gmc origin.