: an ornament for the ear and especially the earlobe
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Rihanna teamed the dress with oversize earrings and a rose ring and, for a casual twist, some lime green sneakers.—Catherine Santino, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025 My teen is always reaching for hoop earrings—they’re easy, cute, and go with everything.—Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 5 Aug. 2025 Additionally, these headphones offer rich, crisp sound that can be customized with an adjustable EQ.
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QVC has hundreds of designer jewelry styles on sale right now – from stunning necklaces and gemstone necklaces to sparkling earrings.—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2025 The brand is also offering hundreds of styles under $500 (from necklaces, to earrings, bracelets and more) from now, also through August 3.
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Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of earring was
before the 12th century
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