1. noun /stɑɹ,stɑː(ɹ),stɑɹ/
a) Any small luminous dot appearing in the cloudless portion of the night sky, especially with a fixed location relative to other such dots.
His teacher tells us he is a star pupil.
b) A luminous celestial body, made up of plasma (particularly hydrogen and helium) and having a spherical shape. Depending on context the sun may or may not be included.
Syn: ,
2. verb /stɑɹ,stɑː(ɹ),stɑɹ/
a) To appear as a featured performer or headliner, especially in an entertainment program.
b) To mark with a star or asterisk.
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