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Meaning of 'star' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Star [ n.]
- One of the innumerable luminous bodies seen in the heavens; any heavenly body other than the sun, moon, comets, and nebulae.
- The polestar; the north star.
- A planet supposed to influence one's destiny; (usually pl.) a configuration of the planets, supposed to influence fortune.
- That which resembles the figure of a star, as an ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honor.
- 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.
- A composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.
- A person of brilliant and attractive qualities, especially on public occasions, as a distinguished orator, a leading theatrical performer, etc.
2 . Star [ 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.
3 . Star [ v. t.]
- To set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle; as, a robe starred with gems.

Meaning of 'star' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . star [ v]
Meaning (1):
- mark with an asterisk
Example in sentence:
  • Linguists star unacceptable sentences
Meaning (2):
- feature as the star
Example in sentence:
  • The movie stars Dustin Hoffman as an autistic man
3 . star [ s]
Meaning (3):
- indicating the most important performer or role
Example in sentence:
  • a star figure skater;
  • a stellar performance;
  • a stellar role;
  • prima ballerina;
  • prima donna;
  • the leading man;
  • the starring role