sequin
noun
a small shining disk or spangle used for ornamentation, as on clothing, accessories, or theatrical costumes.
sequins
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pluralof sequin.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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She favored figure-hugging dresses, tops and sets, many of which were covered in sequins or embellished with rhinestones.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
Faux jewels, sequins and shiny baubles were Parton’s signature once she became a household name.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
Puppeteers, dressed in the classic Bob Baker red from head to toe, brought out some of the company’s beloved icons — including the show’s host, Pink Cat, adorned in sequins and jewelry.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 16, 2026
A myriad of regal colours, rhinestones, sequins, sparkles and diamante material catches the eyes of customers as they walk into a shop in Goole, East Yorkshire.
From BBC ● Mar. 18, 2026
Her sequins flash in the spotlight like thousands of little mirrors.
From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau
