stardust

noun

star·​dust ˈstär-ˌdəst How to pronounce stardust (audio)
: a feeling or impression of romance, magic, or ethereality

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What to read next The four-part series tackles the origins of the universe, the pivotal role of stardust in all living things, and the nature of space-time, among many other cosmic mysteries. David Faris, TheWeek, 13 Apr. 2026 She’s kidnapped by a nasty little reptile who goes by Bowser Jr. (Benny Safdie), who hopes to use her stardust to power up his boomsday weapon. Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026 From the get-go, the good times rolled, the stardust fell like a meteor shower (everyone from Nelson Mandela to Catherine Deneuve, Charlize Theron, and the Gipsy Kings). Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026 But…who doesn’t love that sprinkle of studio stardust and a bit of Hollywood bling along the way. Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stardust

Word History

First Known Use

1906, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stardust was in 1906

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“Stardust.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stardust. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.

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