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lodestar
noun lode·star \ˈlōd-ˌstär\
: something or someone that leads or guides a person or group of people
Full Definition of LODESTAR
1
archaic : a star that leads or guides; especially : north star
2
: one that serves as an inspiration, model, or guide
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Variants of LODESTAR
lode·star also load·star \ˈlōd-ˌstär\
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Origin of LODESTAR
Middle English lode sterre, from lode course, from Old English lād
First Known Use: 14th century
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Rhymes with LODESTAR
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