tinsel
What is another word for tinsel? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Thin, shiny strips of metallic material used as festive decoration, especially draped over Christmas trees.
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How to use tinsel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
strands of tinsel
tinsel and glitter
tinsel town
Etymology
Traces back through Old French to Latin scintilla, "a spark" — the same root that gives us "scintillate" and "stencil."
Full origin of tinsel →Frequently asked questions
What does “tinsel” mean?
The word “tinsel” means thin, shiny strips of metallic material used as festive decoration, especially draped over Christmas trees. In plain terms, shiny decorative strips, or, figuratively, flashy but hollow appeal.
How do you pronounce “tinsel”?
“Tinsel” is pronounced TIHNSL (/ˈtɪnsəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “tinsel” in a sentence?
Here is “tinsel” used in a sentence: “They wrapped tinsel around the banister for the party.”
What part of speech is “tinsel”?
Depending on how it is used, “tinsel” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “tinsel” come from?
The word “tinsel” comes from Latin. Traces back through Old French to Latin scintilla, "a spark" — the same root that gives us "scintillate" and "stencil.".
How many meanings does “tinsel” have?
“Tinsel” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: thin, shiny strips of metallic material used as festive decoration, especially draped over Christmas trees.
Related words
trim up
trimmings
