double-ring

adjective

dou·ble-ring ˈdə-bəl-ˌriŋ

: of or relating to a wedding ceremony in which each partner ceremonially gives the other a wedding ring while reciting vows

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Instead of dotting the sky, there was a stunning double-ring that hung in the night sky in gradients of bright white. — Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025 Or shop luxe accessories like this leather belt with a double-ring closure and this sleek wristwatch for 50 percent off. — Clara McMahon, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025 What’s more, this double-ring structure spans over 5,356 sq m (57,652 sq ft) and will appear to defy gravity. — New Atlas, 21 Jan. 2025 Her diamond engagement ring was absent from the double-ring stack on her ring finger, while the rest of her jewelry — other rings and earrings included — was silver and appeared to match, a notable contrast to the plain gold band. — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 16 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for double-ring

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circa 1959, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of double-ring was circa 1959

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