noun
A2
Elementary
earring
EER-rihng
Earring (noun) means a piece of jewelry worn on or through the ear. Example: “She lost one earring somewhere on the dance floor.”
noun
1
A piece of jewelry worn on or through the ear.
"She lost one earring somewhere on the dance floor."
"He got his ear pierced so he could wear an earring."
How to use earring
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA piece of jewelry for the ear, usually a stud or a hanging piece.
Common pairings
a pair of earrings
diamond earrings
hoop earrings
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Etymology
From Old English ēarhring, literally "ear-ring" — a very old compound found across the Germanic languages.
Rhymes for earring
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What does “earring” mean?
The word “earring” means a piece of jewelry worn on or through the ear. In plain terms, a piece of jewelry for the ear, usually a stud or a hanging piece.
How do you pronounce “earring”?
“Earring” is pronounced EER-rihng (/ˈɪɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “earring” in a sentence?
Here is “earring” used in a sentence: “She lost one earring somewhere on the dance floor.”
What part of speech is “earring”?
“Earring” is a noun.
Where does the word “earring” come from?
The word “earring” comes from Old English. From Old English ēarhring, literally "ear-ring" — a very old compound found across the Germanic languages.
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