bling

noun

ˈbliŋ How to pronounce bling (audio)
variants or bling-bling
ˈbliŋ-ˌbliŋ How to pronounce bling (audio)
Synonyms of bling
: flashy jewelry worn especially as an indication of wealth or status
broadly : expensive and ostentatious possessions

Examples of bling in a Sentence

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Have a trip planned to pack your bling for? — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026 The Duchess of Sussex's new bling was on display in a video. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 25 June 2026 To be sure, at most trade shows, hulky gaming or power-user laptops laden with bling tend to grab the headlines. — John Burek, PC Magazine, 29 May 2026 The shiny Coach charm adds a bit of bling, while still feeling understated and elegant. — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for bling

Word History

Etymology

imitative

First Known Use

1999, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bling was in 1999

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blind-your-eyes
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“Bling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bling. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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