stars
Translation
stars, celebrities
Examples
The stars were shining brightly.
The stars were shining brightly.
He is one of the biggest stars in Hollywood.
He is one of the biggest stars in Hollywood.
Grammar Patterns
the ((stars)) the stars in the sky The stars were shining brightly.
one of the biggest ((stars)) a very famous person He is one of the biggest stars in Hollywood.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (celestial) celestial bodies; (celebrity) celebrity, icon
Etymology
From Old English 'steorra'. The plural is a regular '-s' ending.
Memory Tips
Think of both the bright lights in the sky and the 'bright lights' of fame.