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Synonyms & Similar Words
Meaning of Ring
The primary meaning of the word "Ring" is a circular band or object, especially one that is worn on the finger.
Definitions
- A circular band, typically made of precious metal, worn on the finger, especially as a symbol of marriage or engagement
- A circular shape or object, such as a hoop or a coil
- A sound, especially a clear, resonant one, made by a bell or other metallic object
- A group of people or things arranged in a circular formation
Etymology of Ring
The word "Ring" comes from Old English "hring", which is also the source of the Modern English word "ring"
The Old English term is derived from Proto-Germanic "hringiz", which is also the source of the Modern German word "Ring"
The Proto-Germanic term is thought to be derived from Proto-Indo-European "kreng-", which meant "to curve" or "to bend"
Example Uses
- She wore a beautiful diamond ring on her finger
- The children formed a ring around the Christmas tree
- The phone rang loudly, breaking the silence
- The ring of mountains surrounded the valley
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
line
strip
bar
rod
stick
straight
flat
level
even
plane
square
rectangle
triangle
polygon
irregular
asymmetrical
uneven
disjointed
fragmented
separated
disconnected