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spangling

 

[ˈspæŋɡlɪŋ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

decorative embellishment

Spangling refers to the act or process of decorating with spangles, which are small, shiny, often metallic pieces that reflect light. This term is commonly used in the context of crafts, fashion, or ballet costumes, where garments may be embellished to enhance their aesthetic appeal.

Synonyms

glimmer, glitter, sparkle.

Examples of usage

  • The dress was adorned with spangling that caught the light beautifully.
  • For the dance performance, the costumes featured intricate spangling.
  • She loves the spangling on her party dress for its sparkle.
Context #2 | Verb

to adorn or shine

To spangle means to cover or adorn something with spangles or similar shiny materials, giving it a sparkling effect. This verb form is often used in fashion and design to describe the enhancement of an object through shiny embellishments.

Synonyms

adorn, bedazzle, embellish.

Examples of usage

  • The artisan spangled the fabric to make it more appealing.
  • They decided to spangle the stage to create a festive atmosphere.
  • The children joyfully spangled their arts and crafts with colorful sequins.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'spangling' comes from the Middle English word 'spangel', which means to sprinkle or to cover with spots of light.
  • It is related to the word 'spangle', which historically referred to small pieces of glittery material used in decoration.

Art

  • Artists often use spangling techniques in their work to create vibrant visuals that catch the viewer's attention.
  • In textile arts, adding spangles (like sequins) to fabric gives garments a flashy and festive look.

Nature

  • Nature displays spangling in various forms, such as sunlight reflecting off water, creating a sparkling effect.
  • Certain minerals can create spangled appearances due to their crystalline structures, resulting in shimmering surfaces.

Cultural Symbolism

  • In many cultures, shiny and sparkling items, often referred to as spangling, symbolize wealth and prosperity.
  • Festivals and celebrations frequently use spangled decorations to evoke feelings of joy and excitement.

Literature

  • In poetry, spangling can be used metaphorically to describe beauty or fleeting moments, emphasizing contrast and brightness.
  • Authors sometimes describe settings with spangling imagery to evoke a magical or dreamy quality in their narratives.

Translations

Translations of the word "spangling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 brilho

🇮🇳 चमकना

🇩🇪 Glitzern

🇮🇩 berkilau

🇺🇦 блиск

🇵🇱 błyszczeć

🇯🇵 きらめき

🇫🇷 scintillement

🇪🇸 destello

🇹🇷 parıltı

🇰🇷 반짝임

🇸🇦 تألق

🇨🇿 záření

🇸🇰 blesk

🇨🇳 闪烁

🇸🇮 svetlikanje

🇮🇸 glitrandi

🇰🇿 жарқырау

🇬🇪 ბრწყინვა

🇦🇿 parıldamaq

🇲🇽 destello

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,088, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.