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five-star

American  
[fahyv-stahr] / ˈfaɪvˈstɑr /

adjective

  1. having five stars to indicate rank or quality.

    a five-star general; a five-star brandy.

  2. of the highest quality.


five-star British  

adjective

  1. (of a hotel) first-class, top-quality, or offering exceptional luxury

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of five-star

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

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Huge numbers of rats are enjoying a "five star all-inclusive holiday" on one of Londonderry's most popular riverfront walkways, a pest control expert has warned.

From BBC • May 21, 2025

Cheez-It’s tote received five star reviews, albeit from just two customers: “KD” and “Extra Toasty.”

From Salon • Oct. 5, 2024

Taxi drivers are often hoping to pick up a five star review, but Olympic chauffeur Elisabeth Lomholdt is hoping she gets a chance to pick up real life stars.

From BBC • Aug. 9, 2024

They travelled from Bristol for the five star event and said it was "one of the best minutes of our lives".

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2024

Following an exquisite breakfast at one of Las Vegas five star restaurants, Burger King, we headed home.

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