SPANGLE


Meaning of SPANGLE in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' spa ŋ -g ə l

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English spangel, diminutive of spang shiny ornament, probably from Middle Dutch spange; akin to Old English spang buckle, Middle Dutch spannen to stretch

Date: 15th century

1 : a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing

2 : a small glittering object or particle

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