star system

noun

: the practice of casting famous performers in principal roles (as in motion pictures or the theater) especially in order to capitalize on their popular appeal

Word History

First Known Use

1822, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of star system was in 1822

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“Star system.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/star%20system. Accessed 26 Mar. 2023.

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