English · Common Verbs
ring
/rɪŋ/
[/rɪŋ/]
to make a bell-like sound or telephone
Beginnerverb
Definition
To make a clear bell-like sound, or to telephone someone.
Example
Please ring the bell when you arrive and someone will come to open the heavy gate.
Please ring the bell when you arrive and someone will come to open the heavy gate.
Etymology
From Old English 'hringan' (to sound a bell), of imitative origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Base form; also a common noun meaning a circular band worn on a finger.