earring

noun

ear·​ring ˈir-(ˌ)iŋ 

-ˌriŋ

: an ornament for the ear and especially the earlobe

Examples of earring in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Haaland’s jewelry—firefly earrings and a beaded necklace—nodded at the style of accessories that is representative of Native style and fashion. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 5 Nov. 2026

Rih also went all in on the accessories, embellishing her sweatsuit with her beloved gold collar necklace, diamond drop earrings, and tortoiseshell Phoebe Philo cat-eye sunglasses. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026

Our luxe stocking stuffer picks include sparkly earrings from AURATE, a Tory Burch watch and Jo Malone London cologne. — Claire Peltier, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026

The governor-elect accessorized with dragonfly earrings, which often symbolize transformation, change, healing and protection. — Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for earring

• cheering
• clearing
• earing
• fearing
• gearing
• hearing
• jeering
• leering
• nearing
• peering
• rearing
• searing

Kids Definition

earring

noun

ear·​ring -ˌriŋ 

: an ornament for the earlobe