Definition of ringed
1
:encircled or marked with or as if with rings
2
:composed or formed of rings
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adjective
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By the next evening, the moon will sit to the far left of the ringed world.
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After darkness falls, look southeast for the waxing gibbous moon pairing up with the ringed world Saturn.
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The parrot was adorned in red highlights on its green crown, rose-like feathers on the forehead, large yellow-ringed eyes, and as the name suggests, wings of blue.
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For instance, the ringed world will be shining above Antares, the most brilliant star nestled within the neighboring constellation Scorpius.
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First Known Use of ringed
before 12th century
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