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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One year after the death of Giorgio Armani, his brand's designs are pairing traditional elegance with crystals and sequins for the spring-summer collection presented on Sunday.
From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026
Across the bank holiday weekend, more than two million people were expected to join in the celebrations, featuring thousands of parade performers in sequins, feathers and bejewelled headpieces.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
Faux jewels, sequins and shiny baubles were Parton’s signature once she became a household name.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
JW: About 15 years ago, we screened “Saturday Night Fever,” and I had this giant piece of fabric with sequins in my truck from when I worked as an art director.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2026
The purple sequins fall, slithering down over the step like snakeskin, glittering in the sunlight.
From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood
