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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Graham kept the rest of the styling pared down, wearing soft waves, hoop earrings and carrying a small metallic clutch. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 May 2026 Easy sundresses or blouse-trouser combos are safe; just be sure to add more elevated details, like pretty ballet flats, pearl earrings, or a posh mini bag. Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026 The second lady accessorized her look with small drop earrings with her hair done in her signature style. Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026 Since her nuptials, Kate has reworn the special earrings several times — including for Easter 2019 and at a garden party at Buckingham Palace in May 2025. Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026 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 5 May. 2026.

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earring

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

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