Bering
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bɪˈɹɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Bering is a verb meaning (ambitransitive, dated) To encircle (something) with a ring or some other circular object (such as a shackle).
Meaning
(ambitransitive, dated) To encircle (something) with a ring or some other circular object (such as a shackle).
Example Sentences
[A]n elephant was captured for a time by the king's hunters and, ere he broke free, beringed with a grievous leg-iron.
Word Forms
- berings
- beringing
- beringed
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