RING
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 15 meanings of the word
Ring.
How to pronounce ring:
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Ring - as a noun
A characteristic sound
Example: "It has the ring of sincerity"
A toroidal shape
Example: "A ring of ships in the harbor"
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A rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling
Example: "There was still a rusty iron hoop for tying a horse"
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(chemistry) a chain of atoms in a molecule that forms a closed loop
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An association of criminals
Example: "Police tried to break up the gang"
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The sound of a bell ringing
Example: "The distinctive ring of the church bell"
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A platform usually marked off by ropes in which contestants box or wrestle
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Jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger
Example: "She had rings on every finger"
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A strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration)
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Ring - as a verb
Sound loudly and sonorously
Example: "The bells rang"
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Ring or echo with sound
Example: "The hall resounded with laughter"
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Make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification
Example: "Ring the bells"
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Get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
Example: "I tried to call you all night"
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Extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle
Example: "The forest surrounds my property"
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Attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
Example: "Ring birds"
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Example Sentences
"He proposed to her with a beautiful diamond ring."
"She lost her engagement ring at the beach."
"She won a gold medal and proudly wore it on the winner's ring."
"The church bells started to ring as the couple exchanged their vows."
"The boxer entered the ring, ready to fight for the championship title."
Word Game Points
Is RING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ring is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RING has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.
Is RING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ring is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is RING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ring is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRING has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.