Thesaurus: star

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1. n. One of the innumerable luminous bodies seen in the heavens; any heavenly body other than the sun, moon, comets, and nebulae.
2. n. The polestar; the north star.
3. n. A planet supposed to influence one's destiny; (usually pl.) a configuration of the planets, supposed to influence fortune.
4. n. That which resembles the figure of a star, as an ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honor.
5. 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.
6. n. A composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.
7. n. A person of brilliant and attractive qualities, especially on public occasions, as a distinguished orator, a leading theatrical performer, etc.
8. v. t. To set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle; as, a robe starred with gems.
9. 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.
10. adj. indicating the most important performer or role
11. n. (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
12. n. someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field