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

Reinhart’s Apple is a deliciously deadly mystery wrapped in sequins and pure unadulterated attitude, as Tung’s Pumpkin subtly manipulates the group to get to the bottom of a past incident that weighs on her personally, despite her new friends being oblivious to her true identity. —Glenn Garner, Deadline, 17 Mar. 2026

The golden ensemble, a mini sequin dress layered with a silky matching trench coat, glowed against her skin—which was enhanced by legendary makeup artist Sir John. —Mecca Pryor, Essence, 17 Mar. 2026

Dressing a bump can be tricky, but Mosaku shines in the Louis Vuitton sequin gown that hugs her curves. —Erin Jensen, USA Today, 16 Mar. 2026

Jane Fonda wore a rich brown sequin dress to the 'Vanity Fair' Oscars after-party on March 15. —Meg Walters, InStyle, 16 Mar. 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