Bespangle

/bɪˈspæŋɡəl/ verb

To cover or decorate with spangles; to make sparkle or glitter with shiny ornaments.

From 'be-' (to cover) plus 'spangle' (a small shiny sequin or ornament). 'Spangle' comes from Middle Dutch 'spangel,' possibly related to 'span' (a clasp). The be- prefix creates a causative verb meaning to cover with spangles.

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