The crossword solution for the term 'ASTERISKS' is 'STARS'. The term 'asterisks' is a typographical symbol used to denote a footnote, reference, or comment. It is also used to indicate an omission or to draw attention to a particular phrase or sentence. In astronomy, STARS are large, luminous bodies that are composed of plasma and held together by their own gravity. STARS are the most widely recognized astronomical objects and can be seen in the night sky with the naked eye.