A-lister, n. orig. U.S.
Brit. /ˈeɪlɪstə/, U.S. /ˈeɪˌlɪstər/
[‹ A-list n. + -er suffix1. Compare slightly later B-lister n.2, C-lister n.]
A member of a (notional) A-list; spec. a highly celebrated or sought-after individual, esp. in the entertainment industry or the media.
| 1985 Washington Post 17 May b4/1 He went to see Douglas Fairbanks Jr. introduce the film at its Washington premiere. A reception afterwards joined the Mediarati and the Maserati type As and A-listers. 1995 Sat. Night (Toronto) June 67/3 Costner isn't the only A-lister with a high-stakes, make-or-break summer release this year. 2000 Minx Aug. 59 They say a proper eyebrow tweeze can do as much for you as a facelift, which is why you'll never see an A-lister with less-than-perfect arches. |