figurative and in figurative contexts. Originally Theatre. A very famous or popular actor, singer, or other entertainer; spec. one who has top…

A film or theatre star appearing in the same production as one or more other stars of equal or greater importance; an actor receiving star billing…

A promising young actress or other female entertainer; a young actress with aspirations to become a star. Cf. star, n.1 4c.

a popular performer on television broadcasts; a television celebrity.

A chief actor or doer; a principal agent. Any of the solo, leading, or principal performers in a play, opera, concert, ballet, etc. (esp. as…

With pronunciation/vəˈdɛt/. A stage or film star.