star

²star

verb

starredstar·ring

Definition of STAR

transitive verb

1

: to sprinkle or adorn with stars

2

a : to mark with a star as being preeminent b : to mark with an asterisk

3

: to feature in the most prominent or important role <the movie stars a famous stage personality>

intransitive verb

1

: to play the most prominent or important role

2

: to perform outstandingly

Examples of STAR

1. The new television series stars a famous movie actress.
2. a concert starring some of the biggest names in the business
3. He starred in both baseball and football when he was in college.
4. She starred for the basketball team last year.
5. This restaurant is starred in the guidebook.

First Known Use of STAR

1718