What is the meaning of star?

noun

  • Astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior. (
  • Someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field.
  • Any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night.
  • An actor who plays a principal role.
  • A plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem.
  • A performer who receives prominent billing.
  • A star-shaped character * used in printing.
  • The topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub.

verb

  • Feature as the star.
    • usage: "The movie stars Dustin Hoffman as an autistic man"
  • Be the star in a performance.
  • Mark with an asterisk.
    • usage: "Linguists star unacceptable sentences"

adjective

  • Indicating the most important performer or role.
    • usage: "the leading man"; "prima ballerina"; "prima donna"; "a star figure skater"; "the starring role"; "a stellar role"; "a stellar performance"
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