earrings

Definition

Jewelry worn on the ears, usually attached through a hole in the earlobe or clipped onto the ear. They can be small and simple or large and decorative.

Usage & Nuances

Usually plural: we normally say 'earrings' for the pair or even for one item in general conversation. Common types include 'stud earrings', 'hoop earrings', and 'dangly earrings'. Don't confuse with 'ring', which usually means a finger ring.

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