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noun • (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior • someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field • any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night • an actor who plays a principal role • a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem • a performer who receives prominent billing • a star-shaped character * used in printing • the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub adjective satellite • indicating the most important performer or role verb • feature as the star • be the star in a performance • mark with an asterisk | ||||||||
| 33% | 9 | Act of placing the leading actor's or actress's name above other names in a theatrical production | ||||||
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| 32% | 7 | British actor who became the leading Shakespearean actor of his day | ||||||
noun • English actor and theater manager who was the foremost Shakespearean actor of his day (1717-1779) | ||||||||
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Updated: October 11, 2023
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