Star vs. Constellation: What's the Difference?

A celestial body that generates light and other radiant energy and consists of a mass of gas held together by its own gravity in which the energy generated by nuclear reactions in the interior is balanced by the outflow of energy to the surface, and the inward-directed gravitational forces are balanced by the outward-directed gas and radiation pressures.

A grouping of stars on the celestial sphere perceived as a figure or design, especially one of the 88 recognized groups named after characters from classical Greek and Roman mythology as well as various common animals and objects.

Any of the celestial bodies visible at night from Earth as relatively stationary, usually twinkling points of light.

An area of the celestial sphere occupied by one of the 88 recognized constellations.

Something regarded as resembling such a celestial body.

The configuration of planets at the time of one's birth, regarded by astrologers as determining one's character or fate.

A graphic design having five or more radiating points, often used as a symbol of rank or merit.

A gathering or assemblage, especially of prominent persons or things

An artistic performer or athlete whose leading role or superior performance is acknowledged.

A set or configuration, as of related items, properties, ideas, or individuals

One who is highly celebrated in a field or profession.

(astronomy) An asterism, an arbitrary formation of stars perceived as a figure or pattern, or a division of the sky including it, especially one officially recognised by astronomers.

An asterisk (*).

Any of the 88 regions of the sky officially recognized by the IAU, including all stars and celestial bodies in the region.

The star key on a telephone

An image associated with a group of stars.

A white spot on the forehead of a horse.

(astrology) The configuration of planets at a given time (notably of birth), as used for determining a horoscope.

A planet or constellation of the zodiac believed in astrology to influence personal destiny.

(figuratively) A wide, seemingly unlimited assortment.

Stars The future; destiny. Often used with the.

(spaceflight) A fleet of satellites of the same purpose such as the set of GPS satellites, or Iridium satcom fleet.

Outstanding or famous, especially in performing something

A configuration or grouping.

Of or relating to a star or stars.

A network of connections that exists between people who are in polyamorous relationships, for example between one person, their partner, and that person's partner.

To ornament with stars.

A cluster or group of fixed stars, or division of the heavens, designated in most cases by the name of some animal, or of some mythologial personage, within whose imaginary outline, as traced upon the heavens, the group is included.

To award or mark with a star for excellence.

An assemblage of splendors or excellences.

To mark with an asterisk.

Fortune; fate; destiny.

To present or feature (a performer) in a leading role.

An arrangement of parts or elements;

To play the leading role in a theatrical or film production.

A configuration of stars as seen from the earth

To do an outstanding job; perform excellently.

Any small luminous dot appearing in the cloudless portion of the night sky, especially with a fixed location relative to other such dots.

(star) A luminous celestial body, made up of plasma (particularly hydrogen and helium) and having a spherical shape. Depending on context the sun may or may not be included.

(geometry) A concave polygon with regular, pointy protrusions and indentations, usually with four, five, or six points.

(acting) An actor in a leading role.

An exceptionally talented or famous person, often in a specific field; a celebrity.

(printing) An asterisk (*) or symbol (★).

A symbol used to rate hotels, films, etc. with a higher number of stars denoting better quality.

A simple dance, or part of a dance, where a group of four dancers each put their right or left hand in the middle and turn around in a circle. You call them right-hand stars or left-hand stars, depending on the hand which is in the middle.

(astrology) A planet supposed to influence one's destiny.

A star-shaped ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honour.

A composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.

(intransitive) To appear as a featured performer or headliner, especially in an entertainment program.

(transitive) To feature (a performer or a headliner), especially in a movie or an entertainment program.

(transitive) To mark with a star or asterisk.

(transitive) To set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle.

(intransitive) To shine like a star.

One of the innumerable luminous bodies seen in the heavens; any heavenly body other than the sun, moon, comets, and nebulæ.

The polestar; the north star.

A planet supposed to influence one's destiny; (usually pl.) a configuration of the planets, supposed to influence fortune.

That which resembles the figure of a star, as an ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honor.

Specifically, a radiated mark in writing or printing; an asterisk [thus, *]; - used as a reference to a note, or to fill a blank where something is omitted, etc.

A composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.

A person of brilliant and attractive qualities, especially on public occasions, as a distinguished orator, a leading theatrical performer, etc.

To set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle; as, a robe starred with gems.

To be bright, or attract attention, as a star; to shine like a star; to be brilliant or prominent; to play a part as a theatrical star.

(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior

Someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

Any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night

A plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem

An actor who plays a principal role

A performer who receives prominent billing

A star-shaped character * used in printing

The topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub

Feature as the star;

Be the star in a performance

Mark with an asterisk;

Indicating the most important performer or role;