earring

noun

ear·​ring ˈir-(ˌ)iŋ How to pronounce earring (audio)
-ˌriŋ
: an ornament for the ear and especially the earlobe

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Inside looked like any other beauty shop—wigs in the back, buckets of cheap sunglasses and door-knocker earrings, a distinct scent formed through the combination of chemicals and natural butters. Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 27 Feb. 2026 The Sin City star accessorized with hoop earrings and layered necklaces, completing her look with a belt, leather trousers, and a longline blazer. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026 The black gloves and Hough’s black earrings provided color palette contrast. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026 He is seen surrounded by art books and wearing his elaborate trademark earring. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for earring

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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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earring

noun
ear·​ring -ˌriŋ How to pronounce earring (audio)
: an ornament for the earlobe

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