spangle

Meanings

• noun

  A small bright object, especially a star or a decorative piece.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with spangle
dangle , angle , strangle

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Variants

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spangle , spangles , spangled , spangling

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Etymology

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From Old English 'spangan' meaning 'to prick, sting, or strike'. The word likely comes from the Proto-Germanic root 'spang-' meaning 'to prick'. The modern meaning of 'spangle' as a decorative object may have developed from the idea of something that is bright or shiny.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'spangle' is not commonly used in everyday language, but it has a rich history and interesting etymology.

2. In the 1960s, a popular children's toy called 'Spangled Bubblegum' was released. The gum came in a variety of bright colors and was covered in tiny, edible spangles.

3. In the 1970s, a disco group called 'Spangles' released a popular song called 'Round and Round'. The song's lyrics include the line 'We're Spangles, we're the group that's hot, we'll take you higher than you've ever been before'.

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Related Concepts

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1. sequins: Decorative objects similar to spangles, but typically larger and flat. They are often used in clothing and jewelry.

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Culture

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In literature, 'spangle' is often used to describe decorative elements or bright objects. For example, in the poem 'The Tyger' by William Blake, the tiger is described as having 'fearful symmetry' and 'spangled bright'. In art, 'spangles' are often used as decorative elements, particularly in fashion and jewelry. In music, the term 'spangle' is sometimes used to describe a bright or shimmering sound.

How to Memorize "spangle"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a starry night sky filled with twinkling stars, some of which are larger and brighter than the others. These larger, brighter stars are the 'spangles'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'spangle' with the idea of something bright and decorative.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of a spangled dress or a spangled Christmas tree to help remember the meaning of the word.

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