morning star

American

noun

a bright planet, especially Venus, seen in the east immediately before sunrise.
Also called holy water sprinkle. Also called holy water sprinkler. a medieval shafted weapon having a head in the form of a spiked ball.

morning star British

noun

Also called: daystar. a planet, usually Venus, seen just before sunrise during the time that the planet is west of the sun Compare evening star

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Etymology

Origin of morning star

First recorded in 1525–35

Example Sentences

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It started with a bullish harami on Feb. 6, a morning star on Feb. 17, and then three separate dojis on Feb. 24, April 10, and May 6.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

In August 2024, a bullish morning star failed to boost the stock.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

A bullish morning star completed on Feb. 25, with a doji candle the day prior.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Monday completed a bullish morning star, and last Friday recorded a doji after a recent drawdown.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

The stars were leaving the sky; even the lingering morning star was dim.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton

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