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

Although she was beat out by Kelly Clarkson, Hudson shined bright in a rose gold Dreamgirls-level sequin gown and a dazzling necklace to match. —Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 8 June 2024

Actress exudes cottage core vampiress in vintage gown: See the look Jennifer Lopez sparkles in Schiaparelli Jennifer Lopez wore a figure-hugging sheer Schiaparelli gown with sequins and beading. —Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 7 May 2024

Head to Savas for a bespoke leather jacket or to Any Old Iron for all things covered in sequins. —Margaret Littman, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Feb. 2023

The strapless dress was completely covered in sequins and featured a mesmerizing ombré effect that flowed from light seafoam green on top to light pink on the skirt. —Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024

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