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Spangle Definition & Meaning

spangle
noun
  1. adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing
verb
  1. glitter as if covered with spangles
  2. decorate with spangles; "the star-spangled banner"

"Spangle" in song lyrics

See how spangle is used in real songs:

  • "The black star suffer while the white star spangle"
    DJ Premier & Bumpy Knuckles — The Lah
  • "I sat all through the star spangle"
    Equipto f/ Andre Nickatina — That Pt. 2
  • "star spangle"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "spangle"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "spangle" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for spangle to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does spangle mean?
adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing glitter as if covered with spangles decorate with spangles; "the star-spangled banner"
What part of speech is spangle?
Spangle is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does spangle have?
Spangle has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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