earing
Pronunciation: /ˈɪəɹɪŋ/
The English word “earing” has 6 meanings listed here.
noun
- A line used to fasten the upper corners of a sail to the yard or gaff.
- A line for hauling the reef cringle to the yard.
- A line fastening the corners of an awning to the rigging or stanchions.
- A manufacturing defect in which the edges of sheet metal form a wave pattern during deep drawing.
- A ploughing of land.
- An earring.
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