Seasonal decoration from the Old French for “sparkle” NYT Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from June 23, 2024

Seasonal decoration from the Old French for “sparkle” NYT Crossword Clue Answer

Let’s find the answers to Seasonal decoration from the Old French for “sparkle” NYT for the June 23, 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 6 letters. Start with T and end with L, and the possible solutions are THRILL, THRALL, TINSEL.

The answer is TINSEL.

The clue "Seasonal decoration from the Old French for 'sparkle' TINSEL" refers to the shiny, thin strips of material used primarily as a Christmas decoration. The word "tinsel" originates from the Old French word "estincele," which means "sparkle" or "to sparkle."

This etymology reflects the decorative purpose of tinsel, which is to add a sparkling, festive touch to Christmas trees and other holiday decor. Traditionally made from materials like metal or plastic, tinsel's shimmering effect mimics the appearance of ice or light reflections, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere of the season.The clue cleverly connects the historical linguistic roots of the word to its modern-day use as a popular seasonal ornament.

This clue last seen in NYT Crossword Puzzle on June 23, 2024. You can also get all other NYT's Crossword clues hints and answers here.

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