Meaning & Definition of word "Ring"

Ring

/rɪŋ/

1. A small circular band, often worn on the finger as a decoration or symbol.
- Example: She wore a gold ring on her left hand.
2. A circular object or shape, typically made of metal, used in various contexts such as jewelry, games, or as a part of machinery.
- Example: The boxer stepped into the ring for the championship match.
3. A sound or noise, typically a continuous tone or vibration.
- Example: I heard the ring of the phone in the other room.
4. A group of people with a shared purpose, often with negative connotations, such as a criminal or conspiratorial group.
- Example: The police busted the drug ring operating in the city.

1. To make a sound like a bell or phone.
- Example: The phone rang several times before I picked it up.
2. To encircle or form a ring around something.
- Example: The crowd began to ring the building, waiting for the concert to start.
3. To call or summon someone by making a ringing sound, often by telephone.
- Example: I’ll ring you later to confirm the meeting time.

From Old English 'hring', related to German 'Ring', Latin 'dactylus' (finger).

ring in the new year:

To celebrate the arrival of the new year.

ring true:

To sound authentic or convincing.

ring a bell:

To sound familiar or remind one of something.

to ring someone up:

To call someone on the phone.

circle:

A round plane figure whose boundary (the circumference) consists of points equidistant from a fixed center.

bell:

A hollow instrument that makes a ringing sound when struck.

band:

A thin strip of material, often circular, used for binding or holding things together.

Meaning: A phone call.

Example Sentence: I'll give you a ring later.

Meaning: To contact someone.

Example Sentence: Make sure to ring me if you need anything.