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sequin
[ see-kwin ]
noun
- a small shining disk or spangle used for ornamentation, as on clothing, accessories, or theatrical costumes.
- a former gold coin of Venice, introduced in 1284; ducat.
- a former gold coin of Malta, introduced c1535.
- a former gold coin of Turkey, introduced in 1478.
sequin
/ ˈːɪ /
noun
- a small piece of shiny often coloured metal foil or plastic, usually round, used to decorate garments, etc
- Also calledzecchino any of various gold coins that were formerly minted in Italy, Turkey, and Malta
Derived Forms
- ˈܾԱ, adjective
Other 51Թ Forms
- qܾԱ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of sequin1
Example Sentences
Panels of silk lamé and chiffon paired with crystals and long, feather-like sequin embellishments might seem party-aesthetics only, but paired with a white tee and sandal, this slip skirt is everyday festive.
Wearing a black sequin jacket and black shirt embellished with gold stars, he shares instructions while keeping things upbeat, playfully joking with the crowd.
English Heritage said his "iconic look, featuring sequins, feather boas, and platform boots" defined Glam Rock's aesthetic and "challenged traditional notions of masculinity".
Trouser suits were donned with sequins, while glittery beanies and diamond-encrusted clutch bags were also a highlight.
A man shattered the plexiglass case holding them, leaving a single red sequin behind.
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