glitter
n. uncountable A2 Elementary US //ˈɡɫɪtɝ// UK //ɡlˈɪtɐ// glit·ter
n. tiny shiny pieces that reflect light and sparkle. You use it to decorate things or add a festive look.
n. small, reflective particles that catch and scatter light to create a sparkling effect. Often used in arts, crafts, and cosmetics.
She put glitter on her nails.
The children covered the card with gold glitter.
The stage lights caught the glitter in her dress, creating a dazzling display that drew every eye in the room.
From Middle English gliteren, from Old Norse glitra, from Proto-Germanic glitrōną (“to glitter”), from Proto-Indo-European ǵʰley-.