noun

celeb

suh-LEHB

Celeb (noun) means an informal short form of "celebrity" — a well-known, famous person. Example: “The party was packed with minor celebs and influencers.”

noun

An informal short form of "celebrity" — a well-known, famous person.

"The party was packed with minor celebs and influencers."

How to Use Celeb

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual way of saying "celebrity."

When to use it

Informal — fine in everyday speech and tabloid writing, but avoid in formal contexts.

Common pairings

a minor celeb celeb gossip celeb culture

Word Forms

celebs plural

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Etymology

A clipped, informal shortening of "celebrity."

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “celeb” mean?

The word “celeb” means an informal short form of "celebrity" — a well-known, famous person. In plain terms, a casual way of saying "celebrity.".

How do you pronounce “celeb”?

“Celeb” is pronounced suh-LEHB (/səˈlɛb/ in IPA).

How do you use “celeb” in a sentence?

Here is “celeb” used in a sentence: “The party was packed with minor celebs and influencers.”

What part of speech is “celeb”?

“Celeb” is a noun.