# celeb

/səˈɫɛb/ (US) · /sˈɛlɛb/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/celeb
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a famous person, like a movie star or a singer. It is a short, casual way to say 'celebrity'.

For teachers: a famous person, particularly one who is widely recognized in the entertainment industry. A shortened, informal clipping of 'celebrity'.

## Examples

- The party was full of every celeb in the city.
- Fans often try to take selfies with every celeb they see on the red carpet.
- While the magazine covers are dominated by every celeb from the music industry, the real power lies in the behind-the-scenes connections they maintain.

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