fallingstar
nounUK /ˌfɔːlɪŋ ˈstɑː/
US /ˌfɔlɪŋ ˈstɑr/
A falling star is a bright streak of light that shoots across the night sky.
We lay on the grass and made a wish when we saw a falling star.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A meteoroid that has entered Earth's atmosphere and burns up, creating a streak of light.
Scientists tracked the falling star's path across three counties.
3. A person or thing that loses success or importance quickly.
The once-famous singer became a falling star after the scandal.
4. A star-shaped decoration or symbol that appears to be dropping.
The holiday banner showed a falling star above the manger.