bling bling
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Meaning · English
Shiny jewelry that displays wealth, such as a diamond ring or a stylish gold necklace or bracelet.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Gay men often seek out diamonds, and some purchases are “bling bling,” according to Jillian Rebol, the manager of Ultra Diamonds (soon to be Kay Jeweler’s) in Chicago.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bling bling” mean?
Shiny jewelry that displays wealth, such as a diamond ring or a stylish gold necklace or bracelet.
Is “bling bling” formal or informal?
bling bling is generally slang.