shooting star

noun

1

: a visual meteor appearing as a temporary streak of light in the night sky

2

: any of several North American perennial herbs (genus Primula, especially P. meadia) of the primrose family that have entire oblong leaves and showy flowers with reflexed petals

3

: one resembling a shooting star especially in sudden and temporary brilliance

Examples of shooting star in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Want to capture gorgeous photos of shooting stars for yourself? — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 7 Oct. 2026

During my visit, the clear night sky put on a breathtakingly beautiful display of shooting stars. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

However, sky watchers can occasionally spot hundreds of shooting stars per hour during the Draconids’ peak. — Alexiah Syrai Olsen, Sacbee.com, 30 Sep. 2026

For the best views of the moon, shooting stars, planets and more, head away from the city. — Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for shooting star

• abattoir
• alcazar
• autocar
• avatar
• belshazzar
• caviar
• caviare
• cinnabar
• commissar
• condylar
• deodar
• handlebar

Kids Definition

shooting star

noun

: a meteor appearing as a temporary streak of light in the night sky