Rings — synonyms, definition

1. rings (Noun)

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rings (Noun) — Gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises. ex. "the rings require a strong upper body"

rings (Noun) — A characteristic sound. ex. "it has the ring of sincerity"

rings (Noun) — A toroidal shape. ex. "a ring of ships in the harbour"

rings (Noun) — A rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling. ex. "there was still a rusty iron ring for tying a horse"

rings (Noun) — (chemistry) a chain of atoms in a molecule that forms a closed loop.

rings (Noun) — An association of criminals. ex. "police tried to break up the ring"

rings (Noun) — The sound of a bell ringing. ex. "the distinctive ring of the church bell"

rings (Noun) — A platform usually marked off by ropes in which contestants box or wrestle.

rings (Noun) — Jewellery consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger. ex. "she had rings on every finger"

rings (Noun) — A strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration).

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2. rings (Verb)

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rings (Verb) — Sound loudly and sonorously. ex. "the bells rang"

rings (Verb) — Fill for a short time with sound and echoes. ex. "the hall rang with laughter"

rings (Verb) — Make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification. ex. "Ring the bells" ex. "My uncle rings every Sunday at the local church"

rings (Verb) — Get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone. ex. "I tried to ring you all night"

rings (Verb) — Extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle. ex. "The forest rings my property"

rings (Verb) — Attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify. ex. "ring birds"

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