GLITTER

v. n.

3 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)

1.
v.

To sparkle with light; to shine with a brilliant and broken light or showy luster; to gleam; as, a glittering sword. The field yet glitters with the pomp of war. Dryden.

2.
v.

To be showy, specious, or striking, and hence attractive; as, the glittering scenes of a court.

3.
n.

A bright, sparkling light; brilliant and showy luster; brilliancy; as, the glitter of arms; the glitter of royal equipage. Milton.

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