star
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A ball of burning gas in space that appears as a small point of light in the night sky.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "They lay on the grass and counted the _____."
Answer: star
In your own words, what does "star" mean?
A ball of burning gas in space that appears as a small point of light in the night sky.
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