Bespangling: meaning, definitions and examples
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bespangling
[ bɪˈspæŋɡlɪŋ ]
descriptive action
Bespangling means to adorn or decorate with something that shines or glitters. It typically refers to the act of embellishing an object with bright, shiny items, enhancing its visual appeal.
Synonyms
adorn, decorate, embellish, ornament.
Examples of usage
- She loved bespangling her evening gown with sequins.
- The celebration involved bespangling the hall with sparkling lights.
- The artist is known for bespangling his sculptures with reflective materials.
Translations
Translations of the word "bespangling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 deslumbrante
🇮🇳 चमकदार
🇩🇪 glänzend
🇮🇩 berkilau
🇺🇦 блискучий
🇵🇱 olśniewający
🇯🇵 眩しい
🇫🇷 éblouissant
🇪🇸 deslumbrante
🇹🇷 parlak
🇰🇷 눈부신
🇸🇦 مشرق
🇨🇿 oslnivý
🇸🇰 oslnivý
🇨🇳 耀眼的
🇸🇮 osupljiv
🇮🇸 glæsilegur
🇰🇿 жарқырау
🇬🇪 ბრწყინვალე
🇦🇿 şahindil
🇲🇽 deslumbrante
Etymology
The term 'bespangling' stems from the combination of the prefix 'be-' and the root word 'spangle.' The prefix 'be-' is often used in English to indicate a transformation or a repetitive action, while 'spangle' derives from Middle English 'spangel,' meaning 'to sparkle' or 'to glitter,' which came from Old English 'spear' (to glitter). The evolution of the word captures the action of applying shiny or glittering elements to an object, signifying decoration and enhancement. Over time, this term has been tied to various forms of art and fashion, where visual appeal is heightened through the use of glimmering details. The association with beauty and adornment has ensured its usage in contemporary contexts, particularly in discussions surrounding fashion and interior design.