Definition of: blazing star

1. A smooth herb (Chamaelirium luteum) of the lily family, with wandlike racemes of white flowers: also called fairy wand.
2. One of various perennial herbs of the genus Liatris, of the composite family, especially L. squarrosa.
3. Her. A six-pointed star with the tail of a comet, used as a bearing.
4. Obs. A comet.
5. In the western United States, a stampede of animals.
6. A center of interest; cynosure.