wring
8 synonyms for wring, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To twist and squeeze something, especially wet fabric, to force liquid out of it.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use wring
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wring out a cloth
wring one's hands
wring a confession
Etymology
From Old English wringan, "to squeeze, twist" — related to German ringen ("to wrestle, struggle").
Full origin of wring →Frequently asked questions
What does “wring” mean?
The word “wring” means to twist and squeeze something, especially wet fabric, to force liquid out of it. In plain terms, to twist something tightly to squeeze liquid out, or to forcefully extract something (like information) with pressure.
How do you pronounce “wring”?
“Wring” is pronounced rihng (/ɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “wring” in a sentence?
Here is “wring” used in a sentence: “She wrung out the wet towel over the sink.”
What part of speech is “wring”?
“Wring” is a verb.
Where does the word “wring” come from?
The word “wring” comes from Old English. From Old English wringan, "to squeeze, twist" — related to German ringen ("to wrestle, struggle").
How many meanings does “wring” have?
“Wring” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to twist and squeeze something, especially wet fabric, to force liquid out of it.
