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North Star
noun
: the star of the northern hemisphere toward which the axis of the earth points
called also polestar
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Arrow’s North Star was Lost, pairing the vigilante origin story of shallow rich kid Oliver Queen (Stephen Amell) with the ongoing mystery of what happened to him during a five-year struggle to survive on a desolate island.
—Joshua Rivera, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
Another recent poll by American Greatness conducted by North Star Opinion Research shows both candidates in a dead heat with 47 percent each.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
This deep knowledge of nature and cultural connection to the night sky were foundational to his future as a professional northern-lights chaser and guide for his company North Star Adventures.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 3 Nov. 2024
The locations are in North Star Mall in San Antonio, Texas, Kings Plaza in Brooklyn, N.Y., and Orland Square in Orland Park, Ill.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 Nov. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of North Star was
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“North Star.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/North%20Star. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
North Star
noun
: the star toward which the northern end of the earth's axis very nearly points
called also polestar
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