Definition

To shine or sparkle with small bright points of light.

Example

The stars spangle the night sky beautifully.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the stars spangle the night sky?

Yeah, it's beautiful when they shine like that.

I love when they spangle during clear nights.

Me too! It makes everything feel magical.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A small shiny object, often round, that is used to decorate clothing or other items and reflects light.

Example

The dress was covered in colorful spangles that sparkled in the sunlight.

Conversation

I saw a dress with so many beautiful spangles at the store yesterday.

That sounds stunning! I love when clothes have that kind of detail.

Yeah, it really caught my eye because the spangles sparkled in the light.

Definition

To decorate or embellish something with small, shiny objects that reflect light, making it appear sparkling or bright.

Example

The dress was spangled with sequins that shimmered in the light.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how they spangle the decorations at the festival?

Yeah, it looked so beautiful and festive!

I love how the lights spangle the entire park at night.

Root Explanation

Spangle originates from Middle English 'spangel', which is derived from Old English 'sponc', meaning a small, shiny object or a sparkle. The word refers to something that shines or glitters, often used to describe decorative elements that catch the light.

Memory Tip

Think of a small shiny object that 'sparkles' — that's what a spangle is, a little decoration that glitters.

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