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To sparkle, flash or coruscate (with light)
“We watch the sphere-light spangle in the spray of dashing rivulets.”
To adorn with spangles or sparkling material
“The stars that spangle the ceilings of churches on a blue ground are usually of cast lead gilt.”
To cover with drops or spots of something
A small piece of sparkling metallic material sewn on to a garment as decoration
“Dignity is overrated, especially when surrounded by so much spangle and sequin.”
A glittering or sparkling of light
“He turned the image and held it six inches from my face while I examined the spangle of reflected light.”
A form of decoration consisting of thin strips of shiny metal foil attached to a long piece of thread
A thin, flat sheet or strip of metal or other material
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