star

US /stɑːr/
UK /stɑːr/
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1.

a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in its interior

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The night sky was filled with twinkling stars.
Our sun is a star.
2.

a famous or exceptionally talented entertainer or sports player

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She's a rising star in the music industry.
The movie features many Hollywood stars.
3.

a conventionalized representation of a star, typically one with five or six points

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The flag has fifty stars.
She drew a little star on the card.
1.

to feature as the principal performer or performer

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He will star in the new Broadway musical.
The film stars a famous actor.
1.

excellent or outstanding

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She gave a star performance.
He's a star student.