(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.
