stella

Definitions of stella
  1. noun
    (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
    synonyms: sole, stelletta
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    examples:
    sole
    the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
    types:
    sole
    any star around which a planetary system revolves
    type of:
    astro, corpo celeste, globo, mondo
    natural objects visible in the sky
  2. noun
    a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem
    synonyms: stelletta
  3. noun
    an actor who plays a principal role
    synonyms: astro, capocomico, diva, star, stelletta
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    types:
    idolo
    someone who is adored blindly and excessively
    type of:
    attore
    a theatrical performer
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