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Star
Examples
I looked up at the night sky and saw a shooting star.
The brightest star in the night sky is Sirius, also known as the Dog Star.
1.1
any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night
Examples
She drew a cute little star on the top corner of her paper.
The art teacher showed the students how to draw a star.
2.1
the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub
03
a star-shaped character * used in printing
04
someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
4.1
the chief actor or performer in a motion picture, play, TV or radio program, etc.
Examples
She became a star after her role in the hit movie.
The star of the play received a standing ovation.
4.2
a famous and popular performer, artist, etc.
Examples
The actor became a star after his breakout role in the movie.
She is a star in the world of fashion, known for her innovative designs.
05
used to praise someone who has done something kind, helpful, brave, or impressive
Examples
Thanks for fixing the computer – you 're a star!
She helped carry the bags – what a star.
to star
01
to act as a main character in a play, movie, etc.
Intransitive: to star in a movie or show
Examples
He starred in a critically acclaimed play at the local theater.
After years of hard work, she finally gets to star in a major motion picture.
02
to highlight or draw attention to something by marking it with an asterisk
Transitive: to star sth
Examples
The teacher asked us to star the important points in the text.
She starred the items on her shopping list that she needed most.
03
to feature someone as the main actor or performer in a movie, play, or show
Transitive: to star an actor or actress
Examples
The film stars a famous actor known for his action roles.
The movie stars a young actress in her first leading role.
star
01
indicating the most important performer or role
Lexical Tree
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