Definition

Noun: - A ring, typically made of plain gold, exchanged between spouses during a wedding ceremony as a symbol of marriage. It is traditionally given to the bride, and often one is also given to the groom.

Usage

• The term "wedding band" specifically refers to the ring(s) used in the marriage ceremony itself, symbolizing the marital union.
• It is often used interchangeably with "wedding ring," though "band" can emphasize the simple, continuous, unbroken circle of metal.

Examples

• He placed the wedding band on her finger during the vows.
• She felt for her simple gold wedding band, a comforting habit.
• Their wedding bands were engraved with their wedding date.

Advanced Usage

• "To wear a wedding band": To be visibly married, as indicated by wearing the ring.
  • Wearing a wedding band can sometimes affect how people interact with you professionally.
• "To exchange wedding bands": To give each other the rings during the wedding ceremony.
  • The most emotional part of the service was when they exchanged wedding bands.

Variants and Related Words

• Wedding ring (n): A more common synonym for "wedding band."
• Engagement ring (n): A ring given at the proposal, typically worn before and alongside the wedding band.
• Eternity band/ring (n): A ring, often set with a continuous line of gems, symbolizing everlasting love; sometimes used as a wedding band or anniversary gift.

Synonyms

• Wedding ring, marriage ring, band.

Idioms and Phrases

• "Tie the knot": To get married. (This idiom references the ceremonial act that includes exchanging wedding bands).
  • They finally decided to tie the knot last summer.

Noun

1. a ring (usually plain gold) given to the bride (and sometimes one is also given to the groom) at the wedding