engagement ring

noun

1. a ring, often a diamond, given by a man to his fiancée at the time of their engagement as a token of their betrothal.

engagement ring

noun

1. a ring given by a man to a woman as a token of their betrothal

Word History and Origins

Origin of engagement ring¹

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

While much of the public was thrilled to see Swift’s massive engagement ring out and about for the first time, Kelce said it was another first that made the occasion special to him.

From Los Angeles Times

Swift rocked a denim miniskirt, according to People, with a white sweater, white boots, green nails and, oh yes, that massive engagement ring.

From Los Angeles Times

In the third picture in the carousel, Swift, wearing a Ralph Lauren halter neck dress and diamond encrusted Cartier watch, flashes her engagement ring - a cushion cut diamond on a gold band.

From BBC

Social media sleuths claimed photos of Swift’s hands had been Photoshopped to conceal the presence of an engagement ring, Page Six reported at the time.

From Los Angeles Times

The photos showed the pair embracing and holding hands, showing her diamond engagement ring.

From BBC