Bespangling

/bɪˈspæŋɡəlɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of covering something with sparkly sequins or ornaments; present participle of bespangle.

Etymology

Formed from 'bespangle' with the '-ing' suffix, a gerund that transforms the verb into a noun or present participle form standard in English since Old English times.

Kelly Says

The '-ing' suffix is one of the most versatile in English—it can turn almost any verb into a noun (like 'running' or 'walking'), allowing us to talk about actions as things, which is why 'bespangling' can be both what you're doing and what you're creating.

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