earring

noun

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

Examples of earring in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Her bling included a matching ring and earring set with huge diamonds, as well as a dazzling drop necklace with even more diamonds. Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Dec. 2025 Don’t forget to peek next door at the gift shop for funky earrings and locally made artisanal goods. Morgan Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2025 Silver hoop earrings completed her edgy ensemble. Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 20 Dec. 2025 Also, Mindy was wearing earrings that looked like Game Boys. Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for earring

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of earring was before the 12th century

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Earring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earring. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

earring

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

More from Merriam-Webster on earring

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!