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SPANGLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does spangly mean?
• SPANGLY (adjective)
The adjective SPANGLY has 1 sense:
1. covered with beads or jewels or sequins
Familiarity information: SPANGLY used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Covered with beads or jewels or sequins
Synonyms:
beady; gemmed; jeweled; jewelled; sequined; spangled; spangly
Similar:
adorned; decorated (provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction)
Derivation:
spangle (adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing)
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