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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The classics, without question, are great starters—hoop earrings, diamond studs, dainty gold necklaces. Samantha Solomon, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2025 Rihanna teamed the dress with oversized earrings and a rose ring and, for a casual twist, some lime green sneakers. Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025 In Pandora fashion, the Talisman charms were styled in various iterations, worn as necklaces, bracelets, waist belts, earrings and more. Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2025 Procase Travel-size Jewelry Box Rather than toss your rings, bracelets, and earrings into a clear Ziploc bag, scoop up this $9 travel-friendly jewelry case ahead of your next flight. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 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

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“Earring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earring. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.

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earring

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

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