teething ring
Definition
Noun: A small, ring-shaped device, typically made of firm rubber or plastic, that is designed for an infant to bite on. It provides pressure and a safe chewing surface to soothe discomfort during the period when a baby's teeth are emerging through the gums.
Usage
A teething ring is given to a baby to hold and chew on. It is often chilled in a refrigerator (not freezer) to provide additional soothing relief for sore gums.
Examples
- Noun:
- The fussy baby calmed down immediately after being given a chilled teething ring.
- Always check the teething ring for any cracks or damage before giving it to your child.
Advanced Usage
- As a metaphorical object of comfort: While less common, "teething ring" can be used metaphorically to describe any simple, initial tool or item used to cope with a new and difficult phase.
- For the novice programmer, that old textbook was her teething ring for learning complex code.
Variants and Related Words
- Teether (noun): A more general term for any device or toy designed for a baby to chew on during teething. A teething ring is a specific type of teether.
- Teething toy (noun): Synonym for teether.
Synonyms
- Chew toy (for babies)
- Soothing ring
Related Phrases/Idioms
(This word does not commonly appear in idiomatic expressions. Its usage is almost entirely literal.)
Noun
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device used for an infant to suck or bite on
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