ring
|ring|
/rɪŋ/
circular band or sound
Etymology
'ring' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hring,' where 'hring' meant 'circle or ring.'
'hring' changed from Old English word 'hring' and eventually became the modern English word 'ring'.
Initially, it meant 'circle or ring,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small circular band, typically of precious metal, worn on a finger as an ornament or a token of marriage, engagement, or authority.
She wore a beautiful diamond ring on her finger.
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Noun 2
a circular or surrounding line or mark.
The tree had a ring of mushrooms around its base.
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Verb 1
to make a sound like a bell, especially by striking.
The phone began to ring loudly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35