celeb

UK: /sɪˈlɛb/ | US: /səˈlɛb/

Definition

  1. n. (informal) a short form of "celebrity," referring to a famous person, especially in entertainment or sports.

Structure
celeb <short for "celebrity">
Etymology

"Celeb" is a modern clipping of the word "celebrity," which itself derives from the Latin celebritas (meaning "fame" or "crowdedness"). The shortened form emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting informal speech trends in media and pop culture. Unlike many words with clear morphemes, "celeb" is a monomorphic abbreviation, retaining no separable prefixes or suffixes from the original word.

Examples

  1. The party was full of A-list celebs.

  2. She dreams of becoming a celeb someday.

  3. Paparazzi chased the celeb down the street.

  4. The magazine covers the latest celeb gossip.

  5. He acted like a true celeb at the red carpet event.