North Star

noun

, Astronomy.

1. Polaris.

North Star

noun

1. the North Star
   another name for Polaris

North Star

1. See Polaris

North Star

1. A star positioned along the line in space that includes the axis (see also axis ) of rotation of the Earth . For this reason, the star does not appear to move in the sky, but remains fixed above the North Pole .

Notes

Locating the North Star is useful in navigation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of North Star¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Example Sentences

Walz made it clear that he was serious about fighting, too, promising the North Star State would remain a “shelter from the storm” as long as he is the state’s governor.

From Salon

She described police abolition — the idea of getting to zero officers — as “a North Star goal” that will be achieved only over time, after other programs are put in place.

From Los Angeles Times

"It creates unparalleled levels of visibility, inspires new people to take up bowls and provides a North Star for our leading bowlers."

From BBC

What was your North Star in adapting it into a screenplay?

From Salon

Don’t forget these days, because these days are going to be the thing that is your North Star.

From Los Angeles Times