starlet
[stahr-lit]
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Origin of starlet
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On Wednesday, the starlet filed a complaint against Take-Two Interactive Software Inc, the creators of Grand Theft Auto V.
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July 3, 2014
According to Radar Online, the starlet was seen in a heated argument with Kate Moss at the new hotspot, Chiltern Firehouse.
How do you teach a starlet to wield a bow and arrow like a pro?
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The starlet was seen grabbing her left ankle after she was brought back to her feet with the help of her bodyguard and publicist.
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September 13, 2013
The starlet of The O.C. is 27 now, with a new horror movie out, A Resurrection.
starlet
- a young and inexperienced actress who is projected as a potential star
- a small star
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Word Origin and History for starlet
n.
1830, "small star," from star (n.) + diminutive suffix -let. Meaning "promising young female performer" is from 1920.
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