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1all–star
adjective \ˈȯl-ˌstär\
: including mostly or only performers who are famous or very skillful
Full Definition of ALL-STAR
: composed wholly or chiefly of stars or of outstanding performers or participants <an all–star cast>
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First Known Use of ALL-STAR
1888
2all–star
noun \ˈȯl-ˌstär\
Definition of ALL-STAR
: a member of an all-star team
First Known Use of ALL-STAR
1905
ALL-STAR Defined for Kids
all–star
adjective \ˈȯl-ˈstär\
Definition of ALL-STAR for Kids
: made up only or mostly of outstanding participants <an all-star team>
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