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earring

noun

ear·ring | \ ˈir-(ˌ)iŋ

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Definition of earring

: an ornament for the ear and especially the earlobe

Examples of earring in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Everything is crisp: his fade, the lines shaved into his eyebrows; jewelry glints all around him, a diamond stud earring, chains, a gold watch worn loose. — Justin Torres, Los Angeles Times, "The gold chain that got away," 17 Mar. 2021 It can be shoved down the drain in your kitchen sink to retrieve a missing earring. — Popsci Commerce Team, Popular Science, "Best shop vac: More powerful than your regular vacuum cleaner," 17 Mar. 2021 The weight of an earring is always something to keep in consideration as much as the shape, or the sparkle. — Daisy Shaw-ellis, Vogue, "16 Statement Earrings to Wear While Watching The Ball Drop on New Year’s Eve," 26 Dec. 2020 There is a secret as to why her hoops are a cut above the rest: Each style is hollow and lightweight, but still maintains the appearance of a heavy earring. — Katie Attardo, Marie Claire, "Jennifer Fisher Hoops Have Amassed a Cult Following," 2 Dec. 2020 With the holiday season underway, there’s no better time than the present to pair a cozy sweatshirt with a party-worthy earring, especially if said party is taking place over Zoom. — Madeline Fass, Vogue, "Dress Up Your Humble Hoodie With a Glam Pair of Earrings This Winter," 1 Dec. 2020 An earring that appeared to match the necklace Kristin is wearing on the billboard. — Jonathan Vigliotti, CBS News, "Can new info help solve the case of missing college student Kristin Smart?," 28 Nov. 2020 The social media post notes that in the Turkmen culture, a lost earring is an omen that the woman might lose her husband. — Deborah Martin, ExpressNews.com, "Rare jewelry in ‘Exquisite Adornment’ exhibit will expand San Antonio Museum of Art’s Asian collection," 16 Nov. 2020 Gwyneth's earrings—which cost $35 for a single earring and $70 for a pair—are from Instagram-famous jewelry brand Studs. — Amanda Tarlton, USA TODAY, "Gwyneth Paltrow's 'VOTE' earrings sold out in 48 hours—here’s where you can get them," 28 Sep. 2020

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“Earring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earring. Accessed 8 Apr. 2021.

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earring

noun

English Language Learners Definition of earring

: a piece of jewelry that is worn on the ear and especially on the earlobe

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earring

noun

ear·ring | \ ˈir-ˌriŋ

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Kids Definition of earring

: an ornament worn on the ear

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