What does polestar mean?
The North Star, a star in the constellation Ursa Minor that is aligned with the Earth's axis of rotation and is used as a navigational aid. A guiding principle or ideal.
Example
"The North Star has been a polestar for sailors for centuries, guiding them through treacherous waters."
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