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Definition of earring
: an ornament for the ear and especially the earlobe
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Recent Examples of earring from the Web
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The new parents made quite the glamorous pair at the 2017 Vanity Fair Oscar Party in February, where Huntington-Whiteley dazzled in a long silver Versace gown and and Nirav Modi earrings.
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Wardrobe: Brooklyn Top, $295, RAMY BROOK; Lauren Pom-Pom and Tassel Drop Earrings, $24, AQUA; Choker, $495, VITA FEDE Follow Marie Claire on Facebook for the latest celeb news, beauty tips, fascinating reads, livestream video, and more.
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The care packages the Andersons are working on will include a certificate for a free photography session, as well as angel figurines and handmade bracelets and earrings for the parents.
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An iPod, diamond earrings and a pair of gym shoes were taken.
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Chieffalo Americana Apparel Men’s and women’s straw hats: $210 - $240 Bullet casing studs and cufflink set: $200 Brass cufflinks: $200 Silver vintage earring cufflinks: $300-$400, depending on size.
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A few blocks away at the sweets super-emporium Extraordinary Desserts, there are three versions of macarons: books to read about the colorful French treats; dainty, playful macaron earrings to wear; and of course, the actual cookies to eat.
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Women sported bold earrings and statement necklaces.
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Lohan posted a photo to Instagram while yachting in Cannes in which she's seen rocking a cold-shoulder blue and white stripe top (the epitome of a yachting ensemble) and a cartilage earring.
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First Known Use of earring
before 12th century
EARRING Defined for English Language Learners
earring
playDefinition of earring for English Language Learners
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: a piece of jewelry that is worn on the ear and especially on the earlobe
EARRING Defined for Kids
earring
playDefinition of earring for Students
: an ornament worn on the ear
Learn More about earring
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See words that rhyme with earring Spanish Central: Translation of earring Nglish: Translation of earring for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about earring
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