Definition of sequin Sequin

/siˈkwʌn/ - [seekwun] - se•quin

We found 7 definitions of sequin from 6 different sources.

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What does sequin mean?

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WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: sequins

sequin - adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing
  spangle, diamante
  adornment the action of decorating yourself with something colorful and interesting
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • sequin (Noun)
    Any of various small gold coins minted in Italy and Turkey.
  • sequin (Noun)
    A sparkling spangle used for the decoration of ornate clothing.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • sequin (n.)
    An old gold coin of Italy and Turkey. It was first struck at Venice about the end of the 13th century, and afterward in the other Italian cities, and by the Levant trade was introduced into Turkey. It is worth about 9s. 3d. sterling, or about $2.25. The different kinds vary somewhat in value.

Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕

  • sequin
    sē′kwin, n. a gold Venetian coin of the 13th century=9s. 4d. [Fr.,—It. zecchino—zecca, the mint; of Ar. origin.]

Sailor's Word-BookThe Sailor's Word-Book ⛵

  • sequin
    A Turkish and Venetian gold coin of the current value of 6s. 11d.

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