star-shaped

[ stahr-sheypt ]

adjective

1. of the shape of or like a star.
2. Mathematics. starlike ( def 3 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of star-shaped¹

First recorded in 1805–15

Example Sentences

As he reaches to pick one up, his star-shaped Malcolm X medallion clatters against his necklace of wooden beads.

From The Daily Beast

Gaily uniformed crews in their college flotilla formed a star-shaped group near the shore for their annual concert.

From Project Gutenberg

The panicles of star-shaped flowers entirely cover the vine and have a pleasant fragrance.

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Distinguishing marks, a small star-shaped scar on left cheek, slightly drags left foot in walking.

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On the other hand, the cnidaria develop into higher radial (star-shaped) persons, and the platodes into lower bilateral persons.

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In her lap lay some star-shaped pieces of plain white cotton calico.

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