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 centerpiece of the look was her cutout dress and its plunging neckline adorned with intricate metallic sequin detailing. — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2026

While the shape of the dress harkened back to the easy sensuality of ’90s designs, the bodice incorporated subtle embroidery throughout, with sequins and beadwork that emphasized the unique patterning of the midi design. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Wearing a couture look designed by Balenciaga’s creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli, Woodley paired a plunging periwinkle halter top with gold wide-leg pants covered in crystals and sequins. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 17 Sep. 2026

Hargitay and Amaya both wore sparkling red Monse gowns, adorned with sequins and feathers. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 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