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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People also reported that Johnson was spotted without his wedding ring in November, which was around the time that Simpson teased a musical comeback in a chat with Footwear News. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 14 Jan. 2025 The camera stays close, capturing painful moments (Jaouad in the hospital), sweetness (exchanging wedding rings made of green twist ties), and most of all, Batiste's incredible passion. Debby Wolfinsohn, EW.com, 11 Jan. 2025 Us reported that Alba recently stepped out without her wedding ring, though the couple appeared to spend the holidays with each other. Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025 Both Alba and Warren have been spotted on outings in recent weeks without wearing their wedding rings. Benjamin Vanhoose, People.com, 8 Jan. 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 20 Jan. 2025.

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