adj, noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A member of a team of star players.
2. 2
   An outstanding achiever; someone considered to be among the best in their field.

   "She is an all-star on an otherwise mediocre team."

Adjective

1. 1
   Of which all members or participants are celebrities. not-comparable

   "The pantomime features an all-star cast."

Synonyms

All synonyms

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Example

More examples

"An all-star game can be less exciting than one might expect."

Related phrases

Provo all-star

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