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star-crossed definition

star-crossed (stär′krôst′)

adjective

destined to an unhappy fate; sure to end up in misfortune; unlucky

Etymology: see star,

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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