wedding-ring

Matrimonial finger jewelry

A wedding ring is a band worn on the finger to signify marriage, typically exchanged during the wedding ceremony.

In Western tradition, it's worn on the left ring finger, based on an old belief that a vein ran directly from that finger to the heart.

The unbroken circle symbolizes eternal commitment: She never removed her wedding ring, even after he died.

marriage

matrimony

Legal union of spouses

wife · betrothal · espousal · union · partnership · anniversary · honeymoon · newlywed · couple · bride

commitment

pledge

Binding promise given

loyalty · bond · covenant · dedication · faithfulness · constancy · trust · steadfastness · vow · oath

symbolism

circle

Curved closed shape

endless · unbroken · everlasting · timeless · wholeness · continuity · sacred · forever · perpetuity · bond

jewelry

band

Group playing music together

  • goldElement seventy-nine
  • platinumDense precious silvery metal
  • silverLustrous white precious metal

diamond · carat · gemstone · sapphire · ruby · emerald · solitaire · pave · bezel · halo

ceremony

altar

Sacred ritual table

  • aisleCorridor between seating sections
  • vowsSolemn binding promises
  • officiantCeremony presider

nuptials · ringbearer · processional · recessional · exchange · blessing · chuppah · bouquet · bridesmaids · groomsmen

Opposites
marital status symbolism

wedding-ringdivorce papers

Documents terminating matrimony

annulment · bachelor · divorce decree · bachelorette · spinster

relationship stage

wedding-ringengagement ring

Pre-wedding commitment jewelry

promise ring · breakup · separation · divorce decree · purity ring

Family

wedding, ring, wedded, weddings, rings, ringed, ringing, ringer, ringers

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G