Meaning & use
star
A large, glowing ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat through nuclear reactions.
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On a clear night, thousands of stars are visible far from city lights.
The sun is the star at the center of our solar system.
A note on using this word
'Star' also describes a famous performer, and loosely it can refer to any bright point of light, such as a planet.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A famous or highly skilled performer, especially in entertainment or sport.
She became a movie star after her first leading role.
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