noun
Refers specifically to the planet Venus when it appears as a bright morning star. Often used poetically or in literary contexts.
See also: 金星 (きんせい)
明け方、東の空に明星が輝いていた。
At dawn, the morning star was shining in the eastern sky.
noun
star; leading light; preeminent person
Metaphorical use for a person who stands out brilliantly in their field, like a star on stage or screen. Often carries a nuance of exceptional talent or fame.
彼は政界の明星として期待されている。
He is expected to be a leading light in the political world.
彼女は銀幕の明星になった。
She became a star of the silver screen.