1. a performer whose name appears most prominently in a program or advertisement or on a marquee; star.
Examples from the web for headliner
- The headliner can significantly influence the food served to the crew, which can have a palpable effect on the morale of the tour.
- The picture grew murky as her blood and brains dripped from the car's headliner and slid down the inside of the windows.
- Often, the opening act heads to the show floor to watch the headliner.
- The interior is tastefully done in a gray cloth which is continued through to the rear headliner, walls and floor.
- The headliner isn't woven fabric, but it's not as cheap-looking as traditional mouse fur.
- It features the best of local talent and a national headliner.
- The color wall trim panels and headliner shall be molded into the entire component.
British Dictionary definitions for headliner
noun 1. a performer given prominent billing; star
Word Origin and History for headliner
n. 1891, "one who writes newspaper headlines;" 1896 as "one who stars in a performance;" from headline + -er (1).
Slang definitions & phrases for headliner
headliner
noun The main or chief performer; main attraction: She was the headliner last week at the Seven Seas (1896+ Show business)