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  • Count Noun vs. Mass Noun: Understanding 'Star' in English
    "Star" can be both a count noun and a mass noun, depending on the context.

    Here's how:

    Count Noun:

    * When referring to individual stars in the sky: "There are billions of stars in the Milky Way galaxy."

    * When referring to famous people: "He's a movie star."

    Mass Noun:

    * When referring to the substance of a star: "The star is made of hydrogen and helium."

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