Definition

1. Noun:
   • A piece of jewelry worn as an ornament in the nose: A "nose ring" is a ring, often a small hoop or stud, that is inserted through a piercing in the nostril or septum for decorative purposes.
   • A ring attached to the nose of an animal for control: A "nose ring" is also a ring, typically made of metal, that is passed through the nasal septum of an animal (such as a bull or pig) to allow it to be led or restrained.

Usage Examples

• Noun (Jewelry):
• Noun (Animal Control):

Advanced Usage

• "to have a nose ring": to wear this type of jewelry.
• "to put a ring in someone's nose": an idiom meaning to gain control over someone.

Variants and Related Words

• Nostril ring: A specific type of nose ring that goes through the side of the nostril.
• Septum ring: A specific type of nose ring that goes through the nasal septum.
• Bull ring: A heavy-duty nose ring used specifically for controlling bulls.

Synonyms

• Nose ornament (for jewelry).
• Nose lead or leading ring (for animal control).

Related Phrases

• To lead by the nose: An idiom meaning to control someone completely.

Related Idioms

• Pay through the nose: To pay an excessively high price for something. (Note: This idiom is related etymologically to the word "nose" but not directly to a "nose ring").

Noun

1. a ring worn on the nose as an ornament or on the nose of an animal to control it