wedding ring

noun

: a ring of metal (such as gold) given by the groom to the bride during the wedding service
also : a similar ring given by the bride to the groom in a double-ring service

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This includes bestsellers like Kay Jewelers’ necklaces, earrings, and rings (like promise rings, wedding rings, and engagement rings). Malia Griggs, Glamour, 14 Mar. 2025 Even more fittingly, Link’s inspiration comes from a patient who jumped off a bridge to retrieve her wedding ring. Laura Bradley, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2025 He could be seen wrapping a hand around her knee with his wedding ring on his finger. Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025 However, until then, watches were both an everyday piece of jewelry—worn by many as often as their wedding rings—and also an investment that got a major return on cost-per-wear over time. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wedding ring

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wedding ring was in the 14th century

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“Wedding ring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wedding%20ring. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.

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