1. (n.) A small plate or boss of shining metal; something brilliant used as an ornament, especially when stitched on the dress.

2. (n.) Figuratively, any little thing that sparkles.

3. (v. t.) To set or sprinkle with, or as with, spangles; to adorn with small, distinct, brilliant bodies; as, a spangled breastplate.

4. (v. i.) To show brilliant spots or points; to glisten; to glitter.

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