celeb

noun

ce·​leb sə-ˈleb How to pronounce celeb (audio)
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Examples of celeb in a Sentence

a trendy restaurant much favored by Tinseltown celebs
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Other celeb fans of the controversial pant length include Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber. Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 9 June 2026 Honeymooners canoodling in cabanas, discreet execs in Loro Piana loafers, and the occasional celeb keeping a low profile behind Prada sunglasses. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026 Instead, Hargitay proved that Adidas Sambas are still a celeb favorite for a reason, opting for classic white sneakers with electric blue stripes for an effortlessly cool finishing touch. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 30 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for celeb

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of celeb was in 1907

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“Celeb.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/celeb. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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