Definition of Spangle

1. Noun. Adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing.

Exact synonyms: Diamante, Sequin
Generic synonyms: Adornment
Derivative terms: Spangly

2. Verb. Glitter as if covered with spangles.
Generic synonyms: Gleam, Glint, Glisten, Glitter, Shine

3. Verb. Decorate with spangles. "The star-spangled banner"
Exact synonyms: Bespangle
Generic synonyms: Adorn, Beautify, Decorate, Embellish, Grace, Ornament

Definition of Spangle

1. n. A small plate or boss of shining metal; something brilliant used as an ornament, especially when stitched on the dress.

2. v. t. To set or sprinkle with, or as with, spangles; to adorn with small, distinct, brilliant bodies; as, a spangled breastplate.

3. v. i. To show brilliant spots or points; to glisten; to glitter.

Definition of Spangle

1. to adorn with spangles (bits of sparkling metal) [v -GLED, -GLING, -GLES]

Medical Definition of Spangle

1. To set or sprinkle with, or as with, spangles; to adorn with small, distinct, brilliant bodies; as, a spangled breastplate. "What stars do spangle heaven with such beauty?" (Shak) Spangled coquette, a tropical humming bird (Lophornis reginae). See Coquette. Origin: Spangled; Spangling. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Spangle

spandex
spandexes
spandrel
spandrels
spandril
spandrils
spane
spaned
spanes
spang
spanged
spanghew
spanghews
spanging
spangle (current term)
spangle (current term)
spangled
spangler
spanglers
spangles
spanglet
spanglets
spanglier
spangliest
spangling
spangly
spangs
Spaniard
spaniel
spaniel

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