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luminary

/ˈluːmɪn(ə)ɹi/
noun
  1. One who is an inspiration to others; one who has achieved success in their chosen field; a leading light.

  2. A body that gives light; especially, one of the heavenly bodies.

  3. An artificial light; an illumination.

Synonymsguiding light

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