(transitive) to hobble with a spancel

simple past tense and past participle of spancel

(of a horse) hobbled with a spancel

A small, flat piece of sparkling metallic or metal-like material with a hole which is sewn on to a garment, etc., for decoration; a sequin. / A shiny particle of a mineral. / (figuratively) A star.

(also figuratively) To fix spangles or sparkling objects to (something); to bespangle. / (figuratively) To adorn or decorate (something). / (intransitive) To flash, glitter, or sparkle.

Any of various small to medium-sized breeds of gun dog having a broad muzzle, long, wavy fur and long ears that hang at the side of the head, bred for flushing and retrieving game.

To follow loyally or obsequiously, like a spaniel.

(idiomatic, UK) To introduce a problem, dilemma or obstacle, something unexpected or troublesome.

A bulbous iris, Iris xiphium, from the western Mediterranean; it has violet-purple flowers with a short perianth tube.

A synthetic fibre known for its exceptional elasticity. / Clothing made from such material.