Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

star-point

Noun
/ˈstɑːr pɔɪnt/
Definition
A point of a star, especially one of the points of a standard five-pointed star.
Examples
  • A five-pointed star has five star-points that are evenly distributed around a central point.
  • The artist carefully added highlights to each star-point to make the star appear more three-dimensional.
  • In her decoration, every star-point was adorned with glitter, making the design pop.
Meaning
In geometry, a star-point refers to the specific points that extend outward from the center of a star shape, particularly in designs that feature points, such as a five-pointed star commonly seen in various flags and decorations.
Synonyms
  • Star tip
  • Star vertex
  • Star spike