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

Examples of wedding ring in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Justin can be seen standing behind Hailey with his arms around Hailey's belly while showing off their matching wedding rings. Ilana Kaplan, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024 The star hid in the car as his father sized his wedding ring at a quickie Reno wedding store. Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 7 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for wedding ring 

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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 29 May. 2024.

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