Word Meaning

star definition and meaning

n. One of the innumerable luminous bodies seen in the heavens; any heavenly body other than the sun, moon, comets, and nebulae.
n. The polestar; the north star.
n. A planet supposed to influence one's destiny; (usually pl.) a configuration of the planets, supposed to influence fortune.
n. That which resembles the figure of a star, as an ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honor.
n. Specifically, a radiated mark in writing or printing; an asterisk [thus, *]; -- used as a reference to a note, or to fill a blank where something is omitted, etc.
n. A composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.
n. A person of brilliant and attractive qualities, especially on public occasions, as a distinguished orator, a leading theatrical performer, etc.
v. t. To set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle; as, a robe starred with gems.
v. i. To be bright, or attract attention, as a star; to shine like a star; to be brilliant or prominent; to play a part as a theatrical star.

Crossword clues for star

- ... of David
- Asian spice, ... anise
- Asterisk
- Brave person
- Celebrity
- Celestial body
- Centre of a solar system
- Distant sun
- Dutch cheese
- Galaxy object
- Heavenly body
- Heavenly light
- icon
- Idol of stage and screen
- Isn't fair, even for a celebrity
- Isn’t fair, even for a celebrity
- Israel’s ... of David
- Lead actor
- Leading actor
- Leading man
- Luminary
- Main actor
- Main attraction
- Matinee idol
- One takes the lead in Costa Rica
- Outstanding performer
- Prima Donna
- Principal actor
- Rats return to take major role
- Rodents give rise to top of the bill
- Role model
- Screen personality
- Sheriff’s badge
- Showbiz celebrity
- Sirius or Polaris
- Solar body
- Spice, ... anise
- Take leading role in arts reform
- Take main part (or half) from lost arms
- Take the lead
- Terrible tsar has heavenly body
- Top performer
- Top player