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

The duo absconded with eight pieces of jewelry—including tiaras, a brooch, necklaces, and earrings—collectively valued at more than €88 million. — Tessa Solomon For Artnews, Robb Report, 14 July 2026

As for accessories, Zangardi and Haenn chose jewelry pieces by David Webb, including door knocker statement earrings and a cuff from the American jewelry house. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 July 2026

The duo absconded with eight pieces of jewelry—including tiaras, a brooch, necklaces, and earrings—collectively valued at more than €88 million. — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 13 July 2026

The Princess of Wales tends to favor statement earrings and necklaces over multiple bracelets, but that changed on July 10. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 13 July 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