Asteroid vs. Star — What's the Difference?

An asteroid is a minor planet of the inner Solar System. Historically, these terms have been applied to any astronomical object orbiting the Sun that did not resolve into a disc in a telescope and was not observed to have characteristics of an active comet such as a tail.

A star is an astronomical object consisting of a luminous spheroid of plasma held together by its own gravity. The nearest star to Earth is the Sun.

(Astronomy) Any of numerous small solar system bodies that revolve around the sun, with orbits lying chiefly between Mars and Jupiter and characteristic diameters roughly between one and several hundred kilometers. Also called minor planet, planetoid.

A celestial body that generates light and other radiant energy and consists of a mass of gas held together by its own gravity in which the energy generated by nuclear reactions in the interior is balanced by the outflow of energy to the surface, and the inward-directed gravitational forces are balanced by the outward-directed gas and radiation pressures.

(Zoology) See starfish.

Any of the celestial bodies visible at night from Earth as relatively stationary, usually twinkling points of light.

Star-shaped.

Something regarded as resembling such a celestial body.

(zoology) Any member of the taxonomic class Asteroidea; a starfish

A graphic design having five or more radiating points, often used as a symbol of rank or merit.

(astronomy) A naturally occurring solid object, which is smaller than a planet, larger than a meteoroid and not a comet, that orbits a star and often has an irregular shape.

An artistic performer or athlete whose leading role or superior performance is acknowledged.

(astronomy) In the Solar system, such a body that orbits within the orbit of Jupiter

One who is highly celebrated in a field or profession.

A starlike body; esp. one of the numerous small planets whose orbits lie between those of Mars and Jupiter; - called also planetoids and minor planets.

An asterisk (*).

Any of numerous small celestial bodies composed of rock and metal that move around the sun (mainly between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter)

The star key on a telephone

Shaped like a star

A white spot on the forehead of a horse.

A planet or constellation of the zodiac believed in astrology to influence personal destiny.

Stars The future; destiny. Often used with the.

Outstanding or famous, especially in performing something

Of or relating to a star or stars.

To ornament with stars.

To award or mark with a star for excellence.

To mark with an asterisk.

To present or feature (a performer) in a leading role.

To play the leading role in a theatrical or film production.

To do an outstanding job; perform excellently.

Any small luminous dot appearing in the cloudless portion of the night sky, especially with a fixed location relative to other such dots.

(star) A luminous celestial body, made up of plasma (particularly hydrogen and helium) and having a spherical shape. Depending on context the sun may or may not be included.

(geometry) A concave polygon with regular, pointy protrusions and indentations, usually with four, five, or six points.

(acting) An actor in a leading role.

An exceptionally talented or famous person, often in a specific field; a celebrity.

(printing) An asterisk (*) or symbol (★).

A symbol used to rate hotels, films, etc. with a higher number of stars denoting better quality.

A simple dance, or part of a dance, where a group of four dancers each put their right or left hand in the middle and turn around in a circle. You call them right-hand stars or left-hand stars, depending on the hand which is in the middle.

(astrology) A planet supposed to influence one's destiny.

A star-shaped ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honour.

A composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.

(intransitive) To appear as a featured performer or headliner, especially in an entertainment program.

(transitive) To feature (a performer or a headliner), especially in a movie or an entertainment program.

(transitive) To mark with a star or asterisk.

(transitive) To set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle.

(intransitive) To shine like a star.

One of the innumerable luminous bodies seen in the heavens; any heavenly body other than the sun, moon, comets, and nebulæ.

The polestar; the north star.

A planet supposed to influence one's destiny; (usually pl.) a configuration of the planets, supposed to influence fortune.

That which resembles the figure of a star, as an ornament worn on the breast to indicate rank or honor.

Specifically, a radiated mark in writing or printing; an asterisk [thus, *]; - used as a reference to a note, or to fill a blank where something is omitted, etc.

A composition of combustible matter used in the heading of rockets, in mines, etc., which, exploding in the air, presents a starlike appearance.

A person of brilliant and attractive qualities, especially on public occasions, as a distinguished orator, a leading theatrical performer, etc.

To set or adorn with stars, or bright, radiating bodies; to bespangle; as, a robe starred with gems.

To be bright, or attract attention, as a star; to shine like a star; to be brilliant or prominent; to play a part as a theatrical star.

(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior

Someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field

Any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night

A plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem

An actor who plays a principal role

A performer who receives prominent billing

A star-shaped character * used in printing

The topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub

Feature as the star;

Be the star in a performance

Mark with an asterisk;

Indicating the most important performer or role;