Meaning of the word ring in English

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ring

US /rɪŋ/

UK /rɪŋ/

Noun

a small circular band, typically of precious metal and often set with one or more gemstones, worn on a finger as an ornament or a token of marriage, engagement, or other commitment.

Example:

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She wore a beautiful diamond ring on her left hand.

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He proposed to her with a stunning engagement ring.

Synonym:

band hoop circlet

a circular or spiral mark or object.

Example:

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The tree had many growth rings.

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The children formed a ring around the teacher.

Synonym:

circle loop band

the sound made by a bell or a similar resonant object.

Example:

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The church bells began to ring.

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I heard the ring of the telephone.

Synonym:

chime peal toll clang

Verb

to make a clear, resonant sound, as of a bell.

Example:

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The alarm clock began to ring loudly.

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The phone won't stop ringing.

Synonym:

chime peal toll clang

to call (someone) by telephone.

Example:

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I'll ring you later to confirm.

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Did you ring him about the meeting?

Synonym:

call phone dial

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