luster
noun (1)
lus·ter
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variants:
or lustre
Definition of luster
(Entry 1 of 3)
: a period of five years : lustrum sense 2
luster
noun (2)
variants:
or lustre
Definition of luster (Entry 2 of 3)
1
: a glow of reflected light : sheen
specifically
: the appearance of the surface of a mineral dependent upon its reflecting qualities
the luster of polished metal
2a
: a glow of light from within : luminosity
the luster of the stars
b
: an inner beauty : radiance
3
: a superficial (see superficial sense 2a) attractiveness or appearance of excellence
scandals have diminished his luster
4a
: a glass pendant (see pendant sense 1a) used especially to ornament a candlestick or chandelier
b
: a decorative object (such as a chandelier) hung with glass pendants
5
chiefly British
: a fabric with cotton warp and a filling of wool, mohair, or alpaca
6
: lusterware