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- pronunciation:
- rIng
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the outer edge of a circle.
There was a ring of dark clouds above the mountain.- synonyms:
- circle
- similar words:
- band, rim, round
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definition 2: |
a small band of metal or other hard material in the shape of a circle. Rings are worn on the finger for their beauty or as a symbol.
My parents wear matching gold wedding rings.
- similar words:
- band
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definition 3: |
a band in the shape of a circle used to surround or hold something.
We use rings to hold the curtains open.- synonyms:
- hoop, loop
- similar words:
- circle
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definition 4: |
an enclosed area for a sports event or circus performance.
Seven elephants danced around the ring.- synonyms:
- arena
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related words: |
circle, club, link, loop, union |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
rings, ringing, ringed |
definition 1: |
to put a ring around; circle.
We ringed the room with candles for the wedding.- synonyms:
- circle, encircle, surround
- similar words:
- enclose, encompass, loop, orbit, rim
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definition 2: |
to shape into a ring or rings.
She ringed her hair into a crown of curls.- synonyms:
- curl, loop
- similar words:
- coil, wind
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related words: |
besiege, surround |
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derivation: |
ringlike (adj.) |
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