Spanglings

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. Characterized by the presence of small, shimmering spots or particles that reflect light, often employed to create a dazzling visual effect
2. Describing the quality of being adorned with tiny, sparkling flecks that enhance the overall brightness and allure of an object
3. Referring to a decorative appearance marked by glimmers or flashes of light that create a striking impression through their brilliance

Etymology: "Spanglings" is the plural of "spangling," a noun for small sparkling spots. The root word, "spangle," is a small, shiny ornament, typically a sequin or piece of foil stitched onto clothing, and the Middle English form of it has the sense of a shining or glittering object. The ending "-ing" is a common suffix that turns a noun or verb into a noun for a thing or process, so "spangling" can be read as the act or result of spangling, that is, the scattering of bright points of light. Adding the plural "-s" gives the form used when several such spots are meant at once, as when light breaks into many glimmers across water or a dark surface.