SINCE 1828
all-star
adjective
\ ˈȯl-ˌstär
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Definition of all-star
(Entry 1 of 2)
: composed wholly or chiefly of stars or of outstanding performers or participants
an all-star cast
all-star
nounDefinition of all-star (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: a member of an all-star team
2
: an outstanding or highly regarded performer within a field : star
The ceremony gathered all-stars from film, television, and radio.
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all-star
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of all-star
: including mostly or only performers who are famous or very skillful
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all-star
adjective
\ ˈȯl-ˈstär\
Kids Definition of all-star
: made up only or mostly of outstanding participants
an all-star team
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