co-star
Because it is a word with a single syllable, co-star is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofco-star
- A person who shares star billing
Example: "The once famous actor objected to his costar having a bigger dressing room."
- A person who slightly lacks the status to be considered a star
Example: "Alas, always a costar but never a star."
- To perform with the billing of a costar.
Example: "People thought his career was over but now he will get to costar on Broadway next month."
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