Luminary

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	1.	Any body that gives light, especially one of the heavenly bodies. Where the great luminary . . . Dispenses light from far. - Milton.
	2.	One who illustrates any subject, or enlightens mankind; as, Newton was a distinguished luminary.

Noun

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luminary - a celebrity who is an inspiration to others; "he was host to a large gathering of luminaries" Synonyms: guiding light, leading light, notability, notable

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