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ear·ing noun or ear·ring \ˈir(ˌ)iŋ, ˈirēŋ\ (-s) Etymology: perhaps from ear (I) + -ing 1. : a line used to fasten the upper corners of a sail to the yard or gaff — called also head earing; see sail illustration 2. : a line for hauling the reef cringle to the yard — called also reef earing 3. : a line fastening the corners of an awning (as on a ship) to the rigging or stanchions |