Circumspangle

/ˌsɪɹkəmˈspæŋɡəl/ verb

Definition

To surround or decorate all around with sparkles or bright points of light.

Etymology

From Latin circum- (around) + spangle (a small shiny ornament or spark of light). A poetic or literary term combining surrounding with sparkling embellishment.

Kelly Says

Poets use circumspangle to describe how stars surround the night sky—it's painting a picture of beauty encircling you from all sides.

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