one of the innumerable luminous bodies seen in the heavens; any heavenly body other than the sun, moon, comets, and nebulae.-the polestar; the north star.-a planet supposed to influence one's destiny; (usually pl.) a configuration of the planets, supposed to influence fortune.-that which resembles the figure of a star, as an ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honor.-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.-a composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.-a person of brilliant and attractive qualities, especially on public occasions, as a distinguished orator, a leading theatrical performer, etc.-to set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle; as, a robe starred with gems.-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.