Stellar
adjective
1.
of or relating to the stars; consisting of stars.
2.
like a star, as in brilliance, shape, etc.
3.
pertaining to a preeminent performer, athlete, etc.
adjective
1.
of, relating to, involving, or resembling a star or stars
2.
of or relating to star entertainers
3.
(informal) outstanding or immense: companies are registering stellar profits
stellar
(stěl’ər)
Relating to or consisting of stars.
steer
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