star
(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
How often you will meet it
Rank 2,130 of 71,295 words measured. It occurs 8,309 times across 155,139 chapters — 0.004% of every word in the library.
What it means
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 also: ace, adept, champion, sensation, maven, mavin
- any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night
- an actor who plays a principal role also: principal, lead
- a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem
- a performer who receives prominent billing also: headliner
star in real books
Each sentence below was written by a published author and is taken from a different book in our library. Open one to read the passage it came from, with narration.
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Dominic has a star on his forehead.
The Dream · Émile Zola · Chapter 1
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Whoever saw it first cried out, "I see the star!"
Famous Stories Every Child Should Know · Hamilton Wright [Editor] Mabie · Chapter 1
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The acting is fairly satisfactory, the cast including a star, supported by an efficient company.
Punch — Volume 99, August 16, 1890 · Various · Chapter 1
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She gave a subdued squeal of joy, but the boy's face was calm as a star.
The Heart of the Hills · John, Jr. Fox · Chapter 1
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Who knows the town of Bethlehem, once gleamed beneath the star, Whose wondrous light the shepherds saw watching their flocks afar?
The White Christmas and other Merry · Walter Ben Hare · Chapter 1