starburst
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Noun — A sudden burst or explosion, or a star-shaped pattern of light suggesting one.
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of "star" + "burst," describing something that bursts outward in a star-like pattern.
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What does “starburst” mean?
The word “starburst” means a sudden burst or explosion, or a star-shaped pattern of light suggesting one. In plain terms, a burst of light or activity that radiates outward like a star, used both for visual effects and for regions of space making lots of new stars.
How do you use “starburst” in a sentence?
Here is “starburst” used in a sentence: “Fireworks lit the sky with bright starbursts of colour.”
What part of speech is “starburst”?
“Starburst” is a noun.
How many meanings does “starburst” have?
“Starburst” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sudden burst or explosion, or a star-shaped pattern of light suggesting one.