teething ring

American  

noun

1. a circular ring, usually of plastic, ivory, bone, etc., on which a teething baby can bite.

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teething ring British  

noun

1. a plastic, hard rubber, or bone ring on which babies may bite while teething

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Etymology

Origin of teething ring

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95

Example Sentences

She thought of carving a teething ring out of wood, but the baby would not have teeth for a while, either.

From Literature

Kianna, 5 months old, stood in a bouncer chewing a teething ring.

From Los Angeles Times

The dozens of outfits to come hewed to the same concept — women in baby-themed dresses and suits, adorned with safety-pin earrings or teething rings, with whimsical matching handbags and gloves.

From Seattle Times

There will be lingering pain for a while, but that’s why God made teething rings.

From Washington Post

At a Dec. 19 news conference, Lynch showed images of several items, including a Graco car seat with a teething ring attached.

From Washington Times