bling
Americannoun
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expensive and flashy jewelry, clothing, or other possessions.
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the flaunting of such possessions or the flashy lifestyle associated with it.
adjective
verb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of bling
1995-2000; perhaps imitative of the imaginary sound that light makes when reflecting off a diamond
Example Sentences
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From huge flowers or watch brooches at Dolce & Gabbana to pins at Armani, the bling passed from hands to jackets during the fall/winter 2026/2027 shows in the Italian city.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
Alongside this piece of medieval bling, the team have also unearthed a pin made from bone with a detailed pattern and a comb intricately carved from antler.
From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025
All done after a switch of strategy away from the "bling bling" days of France forward Kylian Mbappe, Brazil's Neymar and Argentina's Lionel Messi.
From BBC • May 31, 2025
On the top and bottom, “World Champions” is spelled out in more bling.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2025
“I bling litta table,” he said, bowed slightly, and shuffled away.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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