bling

[ bling ]

/ blɪŋ /

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noun

expensive and flashy jewelry, clothing, or other possessions.

the flaunting of such possessions or the flashy lifestyle associated with it.

adjective

flashy; ostentatious.

verb (used without object)

to flaunt one's material wealth; live a flashy lifestyle.

verb (used with object)

to dress or adorn in a flashy way: Bling up your wardrobe!

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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?

First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.

First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.

First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.

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Also bling-bling

[bling-bling] /ˈblɪŋˌblɪŋ/ .

Origin of bling

1995-2000; perhaps imitative of the imaginary sound that light makes when reflecting off a diamond

Words nearby bling

blindstorey, blindstory, blind tiger, blind trust, blindworm, bling, bling-bling, blinging, blinglish, blini, blink

Example sentences from the Web for bling

The G15 is reasonably unassuming as gaming laptops go—it doesn't feel huge or bulky, and there's a thankful minimum of SuPeR 31337 bling.
Almost everything we’d want in a gaming laptop—the Asus ROG Zephyrus G15|Jim Salter|April 16, 2021|Ars Technica
On the contrary, many use Instagram to flaunt their assets, posting pics of bling, drugs, gilded hotel suites, and stacks of cash.
‘Rich Kids’ reveals a different perspective on Middle East|Patrick Folliard|April 8, 2021|Washington Blade
Available in a range of colors, it’ll also bring some bling to the front of anyone’s truck.
The Best Gift Ideas for 4x4 Enthusiasts|Wes Siler|November 12, 2020|Outside Online
U.S. officials have acquired more bling from overseas than Kanye West and Kim Kardashian had on their wedding registry.
Meditation Rugs, Swords, and Horse Head Fiddles: The Strangest Gifts Given to Government Bigwigs|Ben Jacobs|November 11, 2014|DAILY BEAST

I was camera-loading and interning for people like Chris Blauvelt (The Bling Ring) who are now coming up as cinematographers.
True Detective Director Cary Fukunaga’s Journey from Pro Snowboarder to Hollywood’s Most Wanted|Marlow Stern|February 26, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Maybe while catching up on Gossip Girl or watching the opening scene of The Bling Ring.
Hardcore Mixed With Honey: ‘Bitter Rivals’ and the Evolution of Sleigh Bells|Amy Zimmerman|October 30, 2013|DAILY BEAST
It could be that is exactly what frugal Pope Francis has in mind for the Bishop of Bling.
Germany’s Bishop of Bling|Barbie Latza Nadeau|October 16, 2013|DAILY BEAST
The so-called Bishop of Bling also spent $3.6 million on a new chapel and $1.5 million on sleeping quarters for visiting clergy.
Germany’s Bishop of Bling|Barbie Latza Nadeau|October 16, 2013|DAILY BEAST
The boy pointed, trying to speak, "Bling Mist' Donal back," he gulped.
The Second Latchkey|Charles Norris Williamson and Alice Muriel Williamson
Bling-bling the bell began ringing and—listen—the door of the clock opened and the hat ashes shovel fell out.
Rootabaga Stories|Carl Sandburg
We hev vay short convisition beggedder, an' he say bling home glate many go' an' sivver—mek you habby.
Masterpieces of Mystery In Four Volumes|Various
For that I want give you something to bling you much good luck.
The Forest of Mystery|James H. Foster
“Me bling message,” and he reached into his blouse and drew out a piece of paper folded and pinned.
The Free Range|Francis William Sullivan

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