earring
UK: ˈɪərɪŋ | US: ˈɪrɪŋ
n. a piece of jewelry worn on the earlobe or other parts of the ear.
The word "earring" is a straightforward compound of "ear" (Old English ēare, meaning the organ of hearing) and "ring" (Old English hring, meaning a circular band). It reflects the functional design of early ear ornaments, which were often hoop-shaped. The term has retained its literal meaning since its first recorded use in Old English (ēarhring), emphasizing the object's attachment to the ear and its ring-like form.
She wore a pair of gold earrings to the party.
His grandmother gifted him pearl earrings for his graduation.
The archaeologist discovered ancient silver earrings in the tomb.
Avoid swimming with expensive earrings to prevent losing them.
Tribal earrings often carry cultural significance.