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(1):

(n.) Specifically, a radiated mark in writing or printing; an asterisk [thus, *]; - used as a reference to a note, or to fill a blank where something is omitted, etc.

(2):

(n.) That which resembles the figure of a star, as an ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honor.

(3):

(v. i.) To be bright, or attract attention, as a star; to shine like a star; to be brilliant or prominent; to play a part as a theatrical star.

(4):

(v. t.) To set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle; as, a robe starred with gems.

(5):

(n.) A person of brilliant and attractive qualities, especially on public occasions, as a distinguished orator, a leading theatrical performer, etc.

(6):

(n.) One of the innumerable luminous bodies seen in the heavens; any heavenly body other than the sun, moon, comets, and nebulae.

(7):

(n.) The polestar; the north star.

(8):

(n.) A planet supposed to influence one's destiny; (usually pl.) a configuration of the planets, supposed to influence fortune.

(9):

(n.) A composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Star'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​s/star.html. 1828.
 
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