sequin

noun

se·​quin ˈsē-kwən How to pronounce sequin (audio)
1
: an old gold coin of Italy and Turkey
2
: a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing

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Sandy Liang, on the other hand, debuted a mini dress with a silver sequin top and lace sleeves, offering up something unexpected to wear to your next Saturday brunch. Kelsey Stewart, Refinery29, 19 June 2025 Dozens of oversized sequins are the most interesting detail on the runway look. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 13 June 2025 Audra McDonald The six-time Tony winner served some high-fashion drama in a sculptural black sequin gown with a purple train that commanded the red carpet. Brittany Talarico, People.com, 9 June 2025 De Souza, who just graduated from Pompano Beach High School, wore a floor-length teal sequin gown. Clara-Sophia Daly, Miami Herald, 1 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for sequin

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of sequin was in 1617

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“Sequin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sequin. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.

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sequin

noun
se·​quin ˈsē-kwən How to pronounce sequin (audio)
: a small piece of shiny metal or plastic used as an ornament especially on clothes

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