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Ringo

Ringo (name) means a masculine given name, famously borne by the Beatles drummer Ringo Starr. Example: “Ringo Starr played drums for the Beatles.”

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A masculine given name, famously borne by the Beatles drummer Ringo Starr.

"Ringo Starr played drums for the Beatles."

A nickname sometimes given to a drummer.

"The band jokingly called their new drummer Ringo."

Word forms

Ringos plural, Ringoes plural, Ringos plural, Ringoes plural, Ringos plural, Ringoes plural

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_____ Starr played drums for the Beatles.

Etymology

From the stage name of Beatles drummer Richard Starkey, said to derive from the many rings he wore.

Rhymes for Ringo

lingo dingo bingo Mingo gringo Mandingo flamingo

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Ringo” mean?

The word “Ringo” means a masculine given name, famously borne by the Beatles drummer Ringo Starr.

How do you use “Ringo” in a sentence?

Here is “Ringo” used in a sentence: “Ringo Starr played drums for the Beatles.”

What part of speech is “Ringo”?

“Ringo” is a name.

Is “Ringo” a common word?

“Ringo” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Ringo” have?

“Ringo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a masculine given name, famously borne by the Beatles drummer Ringo Starr.

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