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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After making his feeble apology, Stephen heads home to burn the remaining copies of The Perfect Stranger, along with his wedding ring and his dead wife’s cardigan. Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024 An exclusive source confirmed to PEOPLE in October that the pair were still married, shutting down breakup rumors that swirled after Jennifer was seen without her wedding ring in a TikTok video. Athena Sobhan, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024 Kendra wears just her engagement and wedding rings. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 31 Oct. 2024 This shift has meant an increase in budget-friendly, minimalist jewelry; a rise in alternative, Art Deco–inspired pieces; and perhaps most notably, a widespread acceptance of black wedding rings. Jennifer Adams, StyleCaster, 23 Oct. 2024 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 23 Nov. 2024.

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