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earring

noun ear·ring \ˈir-(ˌ)iŋ, -ˌriŋ\

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

Full Definition of EARRING

:  an ornament for the ear and especially the earlobe
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First Known Use of EARRING

before 12th century

Rhymes with EARRING

clearing, earing, gearing, searing
EARRING Defined for Kids

earring

noun ear·ring \ˈir-ˌriŋ\

Definition of EARRING for Kids

:  an ornament worn on the ear

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2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. earring
  2. apes-earring
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