stellate

adjective

stel·late | \ ˈste-ˌlāt

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Definition of stellate

: resembling a star (as in shape)

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The U.S. Army is researching an anesthetic injection called a stellate ganglion block that could relieve symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. — Michael M. Phillips, WSJ, "Can a Single Injection Conquer PTSD? The Army Wants to Find Out," 12 June 2017

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stellate-crystal fungus

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The first known use of stellate was in 1661

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stellate

adjective

stel·late | \ ˈste-ˌlāt

\

Medical Definition of stellate

: shaped like a star a stellate ulcer

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