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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Holman was allegedly found in possession of the victim’s earrings and attempted to use her credit card the day after the murder. Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2025 To round out the look, Lindsay Lohan wore a flowy blush pink gown with a sparkling necklace and dangling earrings. Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 23 July 2025 No French girl’s jewelry box is complete without a pair of sculptural statement earrings, and these Daphne earrings strike the perfect balance between artistic and effortless. Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025 The actress finished off her look with black heels, a black clutch and silver jewelry — including stud earrings and a layered necklace. Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 18 July 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 6 Aug. 2025.

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earring

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

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