tinsel
Translation
tinsel
Examples
We decorated the Christmas tree with tinsel.
We decorated the Christmas tree with tinsel.
The film's glamour was just tinsel.
The film's glamour was just tinsel.
Grammar Patterns
((tinsel)) a decoration consisting of thin strips of shiny metal foil. We decorated the tree with tinsel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lametta, glitter, oropel
Etymology
From Old French 'estincele' meaning 'spark'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'tin' sound, like thin, shiny metal strips used for decoration.