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 rest of Taylor’s ensemble looked like an elevated interpretation of denim-on-denim, with matching slouchy pants and a jacket glistening with sequins; the jacket was layered over a simple white top. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 7 July 2026

Nicole Kidman wore a red body-hugging outfit embellished with sequins and feathers. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 7 July 2026

Other well-dress celebrities in attendance included Gigi Hadid in a pink sequin piece, Jennifer Lopez in a strappy black peplum dress, and Lena Dunham in a black column skirt and a hot-pink blouse with dramatic bell sleeves. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 5 July 2026

Delicate Embellishments Those beautifully delicate items covered in sequins, beading, or fragile embroidery can be destroyed in the washing machine, especially if they are glued on instead of sewn. — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 3 July 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