thank one's stars

noun

1. any of the luminous celestial objects seen as points of light in the sky; esp., any self-luminous celestial body having continuous nuclear reactions which send heat, light, etc. in all directions
2. a conventionalized flat figure having (usually five or six) symmetrical projecting points, regarded as a representation of a star of the sky
3. any mark, shape, emblem, or the like resembling such a figure, often used as an award, symbol of rank or authority, etc.
4. asterisk
5. 1. Astrol. a zodiacal constellation or a planet regarded as influencing human fate or destiny
   2. fate; destiny; fortune
6. a person who excels or performs brilliantly in a given activity, esp. a sport
7. a prominent actor or actress, esp. one playing a leading role and having special billing in a given production

Origin: ME sterre < OE steorra, akin to Goth stairnō, Cornish sterenn < IE base *ster-, a star > Gr astēr, L stella (dim. < *ster-ela), star

transitive verb starred, starring

1. to mark or set with stars as a decoration
2. to mark with one or more stars as a grade of quality
3. to mark with an asterisk
4. to present or feature (an actor or actress) in a leading role

intransitive verb

1. to perform brilliantly; excel
2. to perform as a star, as in a theatrical production

adjective

1. having exceptional skill and talent; outstanding; excelling others; leading: a star performer
2. of a star or stars