star (EN)

noun, verb

noun “star”

1. a bright object in the sky that shines at night, not including the Sun in some contexts
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   Every night, we gaze at the stars twinkling in the sky.
2. a shape with points sticking out (often having five or six points)
   The child drew a star with five points to put on top of her Christmas tree.
3. the main actor in a movie, play, or other performance
   The star of the new Broadway musical received a standing ovation.
4. a person who is very successful and well-known in their field
   The young athlete was considered a star after winning three gold medals.

verb “star”

1. to be the main performer in a show or movie
   Next year, he will star in a Broadway production of "Hamlet."
2. to present someone as the main performer in a show or movie
   The new action movie stars a well-known martial artist as the lead hero.
3. to mark something with a star symbol
   Please star the important dates on the calendar so we don't forget them.