Earring

/ˈɪərɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A piece of jewelry worn on the lobe or other part of the ear.
She wore a stunning pair of diamond earrings to the gala.
A decorative item attached to the ear, typically worn in pairs.
Her gold hoop earrings complemented her outfit perfectly.
An ornamental accessory that can be either dangling or studded.
He gifted her a beautiful set of pearl earrings for her birthday.
A small, decorative item worn on the ear, often made of various materials.
The artist created unique earrings from recycled materials.
A form of body jewelry that enhances the appearance of the ears.
Many people choose to wear earring studs for a classic look.

Etymology

The word 'earring' is derived from the Old English 'ear', meaning 'ear', and 'ring', denoting a circular ornament.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gold earrings
Earrings made of gold.
dangly earrings
Earrings that hang down below the earlobe.
diamond studs
Earrings featuring a diamond, set in such a way that it appears to be floating on the ear.

Related Words

hoop
A type of earring shaped like a circle that is worn in the ear.
stud
A small, typically flat earring that fits snugly on the earlobe.
clip-on
Earrings that clip onto the earlobe without requiring a piercing.

Slang Meanings

Ear candy
Those earrings are pure ear candy, they look amazing!
Bling
Check out the bling on those earrings!