sun star

noun

1. any starfish of the genus Solaster, inhabiting cold and temperate waters off both U.S. coasts.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sun star¹

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

But a 3-pointer from former Sun star Jonquel Jones put the Liberty ahead 80-63 and Connecticut could not catch up.

From Seattle Times

One specimen, an Antarctic sun star or Solaster regularis, had a smaller, partially digested starfish of the species Anasterias antarcticus in its mouth.

From New York Times

Over the years, the local newspaper, the Merced Sun Star, has taken notice of violence, poverty, a lack of housing and sewage problems in the town.

From Los Angeles Times

Connecticut Sun star Jonquel Jones led Bosnia and Herzegovina with 17 points and nine rebounds.

From Seattle Times

Connecticut Sun star Jonquel Jones had 29 points and Storm standout Jewell Loyd scored 15 of her 21 points in the second half.

From Seattle Times