wedding ring

noun

: a ring of metal (such as gold) given by the groom to the bride during the wedding service
also : a similar ring given by the bride to the groom in a double-ring service

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Rodgers was previously seen wearing a wedding ring in the Steelers' social media photos official announcing the quarterback's signing over the weekend, fueling speculation. Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2025 So is the wedding ring that never leaves your hand. Jeff Kleinman, Miami Herald, 3 June 2025 She was also awarded a 2021 Navy Blue Cadillac Escalade, a Rolex Oyster watch, a diamond necklace, and her wedding ring set. Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 2 June 2025 On Brooklyn: Gucci overshirt and shirt: Bvlgari necklace and bracelet; wedding ring, his own. Theresa Pichler, Glamour, 2 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for wedding ring

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wedding ring was in the 14th century

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“Wedding ring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wedding%20ring. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.

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