Meaning & Definition of word "Ringed"
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Ringed
/rɪŋd/
verb:
- 1. past tense of 'ring', meaning to encircle or to form a ring around something.
- Example: They ringed the area with lights for the festival.
- 2. to make a ringing sound or to call attention with a loud sound.
- Example: The church bells ringed across the town at noon.
adjective:
- 1. having a ring or rings, typically circular markings or features.
- Example: The ringed planet was visible through the powerful telescope.
- 2. surrounded or encircled by something.
- Example: The ringed landscape appeared lush and vibrant in the sunlight.
- 3. marked with a ring or a series of rings.
- Example: The ringed trunk of the tree revealed its age through its growth rings.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'ring', with the suffix '-ed' indicating a state of being.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ringed neck:
A neck that is adorned with a ring-like pattern.
ringed fingers:
Fingers that are adorned with rings.
Related Words
ring:
A circular band, usually of precious metal, worn on a finger.
circle:
A round plane figure whose boundary consists of points equidistant from a fixed point.
Slang Meanings of ringed
Meaning: To be on one's last leg; nearing the end of something.
Example Sentence: He's ringed out after the long day.
Meaning: To be caught or trapped in a circular situation.
Example Sentence: I felt ringed by all the responsibilities.