NYT Dictionary

BLING

/blɪŋ/
NounGrade 12

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

An ostentatious display of richness or style.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Ellipsis of bling bling.

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 10 recorded puzzles:

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