sequin

noun

se·​quin ˈsē-kwən 

1

: an old gold coin of Italy and Turkey

2

: a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing

Examples of sequin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The collection was heavy on embellishments, with embroidery, crystals, bows, pearls and sequins decorating miniskirts, capri pants, jackets and more. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026

After bright colors and playful textures reigned over warmer months, from pops of pink to statement-making sequins, fall is ushering in a moodier palette. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 14 Aug. 2026

Foster, 51, who was wearing a yellow halter-neck sequin gown, took a deep breath and started singing the first verse before Jackman joined in, holding his partner’s hand. — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026

Swedish singer and entertainer Matilda Lindell is celebrating her 18th year on stage in spandex, sequins and flowing fringe. — Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

French, from Italian zecchino, from zecca mint, from Arabic (dār al-) sikka, literally, house of the minting die

First Known Use

1617, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

sequin

noun

se·​quin ˈsē-kwən 

: a small piece of shiny metal or plastic used as an ornament especially on clothes