star
adjective
1. indicating the most important performer or role
- a star figure skater
- the starring role
noun
1. (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
Definition categories: object
2. someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
Similar word(s): ace, adept, champion, genius, hotshot, maven, mavin, sensation, superstar, virtuoso, whiz, whizz, wiz, wizard
Definition categories: person, expert
3. any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night
Definition categories: object
4. an actor who plays a principal role
Similar word(s): lead, principal
Definition categories: person, actor, histrion, player, thespian
5. a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem
Definition categories: shape
6. a performer who receives prominent billing
Similar word(s): headliner
Definition categories: person, performer
7. a star-shaped character * used in printing
Similar word(s): asterisk
Definition categories: communication, character, graph, grapheme
8. the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub
Definition categories: thought, topology
Sentences with star as a noun:
- Many Hollywood stars attended the launch party.
- His teacher tells us he is a star pupil.
- What's in the stars for you today? Find out in our horoscope.