ringed

Related to ringed: rang, crawls

ring

1. verb, informal To contact (someone or some organization) by telephone. She rang us from Kentucky to say that she had arrived safely. I'll ring the company in the morning and see if they can expedite the delivery.

2. noun, informal A call by telephone. Used especially with the verb "give." I'll give you a ring tomorrow once I know what my plans are.

ring a bell

To seem familiar, remind one of something, or stimulate an incomplete or indistinct memory. Your description rings a bell, but I don't think I've ever been there myself. A: "Have you ever heard of Steve Robinson?" B: "Hmm, the name doesn't ring a bell."

See also: bell, ring

ring around

1. To form a circle around (someone or something). We ringed around the ancient tree to protect it from the woodcutters. A group of fans ringed around the celebrity, asking for autographs and reaching out for a hand shake.

2. To call a number of different people or organizations on the phone, especially to get certain information or try to organize something. I'm ringing around to different plumbers to see who can do the job for the least amount of money. Let's ring around and see if any of our friends want to go camping this weekend.

ring in

1. To call an organization, typically to impart some particular information. (In usages 1-3, the past tense of "ring" is "rang," and the past participle is "rung.") Mike rang in to say that he was going to be late to the meeting. We've had a number of listeners ringing in to the station to give us their opinions on the topic.

2. To report some information over the phone, especially to law enforcement. In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "ring" and "in." If you see something suspicious, don't hesitate to ring it in. Thankfully, a kayaker rang in the incident to the coast guard, and they managed to rescue everyone aboard the capsized ship.

3. To celebrate the arrival of some event or moment in time with cheer and revelry, likened to the ringing of bells. I love being among the thousands of people downtown who gather together to ring in the new year. We hold a choir festival every December to ring in the holiday season.

4. To enclose someone or something in or as in a circular shape. In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "ring" and "in." (The past tense and past participle for this entry are both "ringed.") A beautiful hedge of rose bushes rings in the small terrace, giving it a peaceful feeling of privacy and security. Police officers had ringed us in, so we had no choice but to surrender.

ring off

1. To form a barrier in or as in a circular shape. (The past tense and past participle for this entry are both "ringed.") Heavy iron fences ring off the animal enclosure to prevent them from getting out—and foolhardy visitors from getting in. Military forces ringed off the area to prevent the rebels from escaping.

2. In hockey, to hit one of the goalposts with the puck, producing a ringing sound as a result. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "ring" and "off." (In usages 2-3, the past tense of "ring" is "rang," and the past participle is "rung.") With an open net in front of him, the forward had a chance to send the game to overtime, but he rang the puck off the crossbar. I rang it off the post three times in a row before finally scoring a goal.

3. To finish a telephone call; to hang up. Primarily heard in UK. I knew the call was a scam, because the man on the other end rang off as soon as I asked him for his credentials. She had rung off in a huff before I could tell her how I really felt.

ring off the hook

Of a telephone, to be ringing constantly or very frequently. The image is of the phone ringing so frequently that it falls off the cradle or wall attachment. Gosh, I'm exhausted. The phone was ringing off the hook all day at work! Ever since we announced the 2-for-1 deal, our phones have been ringing off the hook.

See also: hook, off, ring

ring round

1. To wrap or form a circle around someone or something. (A more formal and less common variant of "ring around.") A group of protestors had ringed round the iconic building to stop it from being demolished. Ornate jewels ringed round the golden crown.

2. To call a number of different people or organizations on the phone, especially to get certain information or try to organize something. I'm ringing round to different plumbers to see who can do the job for the least amount of money. Let's ring round and see if any of our friends want to go camping this weekend.

ring a bell

Fig. [for something] to cause someone to remember something or for it to seem familiar. I've never met John Franklin, but his name rings a bell. Whenever I see a bee, it rings a bell. I remember when I was stung by one.

See also: bell, ring

ring around something

to circle something. The children ringed around the maypole, dancing and singing. The mourners had ringed around the coffin for the final ceremony.

ring off the hook

Fig. [for a telephone] to ring incessantly and repeatedly. What a busy day! The telephone has been ringing off the hook all day long. The telephone has been ringing off the hook ever since the ad appeared in the paper.

See also: hook, off, ring

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

ring a bell

Arouse an indistinct memory, remind one of something, as in That name rings a bell-I think I've met him. The bell here summons up a memory. [1930s]

See also: bell, ring

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

ring a bell

If something rings a bell, it is slightly familiar to you and you know you have heard it before, but you do not remember it fully. The name rings a bell but I can't think where I've heard it. `I'll check and see if we've anything on him,' said the sergeant. `It doesn't ring a bell at the moment.'

See also: bell, ring

Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

ring a bell

revive a distant recollection; sound familiar. informal

See also: bell, ring

ring off the hook

(of a telephone) be constantly ringing due to a large number of incoming calls. North American

See also: hook, off, ring

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

ring a ˈbell

(informal) sound familiar; help you remember something, but not completely: That name rings a bell but I can’t remember exactly where I’ve heard it before.

See also: bell, ring

ˌring off the ˈhook

(American English) (of a telephone) ring many times: The phone has been ringing off the hook with offers of help.

See also: hook, off, ring

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

ring a bell

tv. to stir something in someone’s memory. Yes, that rings a bell. I seem to remember it.

See also: bell, ring

ring off the hook

in. [for a telephone] to ring endlessly or constantly. The phone was ringing off the hook when I came in.

See also: hook, off, ring

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions

ring a bell

Informal

To arouse an often indistinct memory.

See also: bell, ring

ring (someone's)

chimes/bells Slang

To knock (an opponent) out by physical or other force.

American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.

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a mystery to (one)
appear to
a change of heart
a piece of the action
a piece/slice of the action
a bit of the action
bit of the action
a turn of phrase
able to do
able to do it

References in periodicals archive

"WW (white whales) tend to be dietary generalists, in contrast with RS (ringed seals) that are more commonly individual specialists," the study says.

Climate change forces Arctic animals to shift feeding habits: study

On the basis of their known circumpolar distribution, we anticipated encountering bearded seals, harp seals, hooded seals, and ringed seals.

Seal Occurrence and Habitat Use during Summer in Petermann Fjord, Northwestern Greenland

During that time they ringed 514 of the birds and two rare Leach's storm petrels.

Rangers on mission to track down rare seabird

To investigate the relationships between Ringed Salamander occupancy and environmental variables, we used an information-theoretic approach to model selection (Burnham and Anderson, 2002).

Breeding pond occupancy of the ringed salamander (Ambystoma annulatum) in East-central Missouri

This is the first report of classification of wild rose-ringed parakeet of Pakistan at sub-species level using novel Cytb gene polymorphism and this study indicated that the Pakistani wild rose ringed parakeet is mono-phyletically claded with P.

Molecular Classification of Pakistani Wild Rose-Ringed Parakeet through Novel Cytochrome B Gene Polymorphism

So next time it's clear, get outside and observe the ringed planet.

Stargazing; Saturn watcher - now that has a ring to it

Grigg thinks rising temperatures and melting ice may have encouraged grey seals to follow fish north into ringed seal territory.

Arctic melting may help parasites infect new hosts: grey seals encounter killer microbe as their territories expand northward

ACO West said: "I've heard of amazing returns of ringed birds, but this one really is great news and I'd like to think he fathered many offspring".

Ageing red kite found in back garden

The tiny Nathusius' pipistrelle was first ringed in Blagdon, near Bristol, and was discovered nearly 600km away in the Netherlands.

British bat makes incredible journey

The loss of the Arctic sea ice is rapidly reducing the area of the habitat in which ringed seals can reproduce, challenging their future survival, according to a study published in Geophysical Research Letters.

Shrinking sea ice threatening ringed seals in Arctic

MARYLAND (CyHAN)- Saturn's 2010 Great White Spot storm has set a new record for the largest atmospheric temperature change ever detected during a storm on the ringed planet.

Saturn's Record-Setting Storm

She explained that polar bears feed primarily on ringed seals, which spend winter and spring close to shore and "establish and maintain ...

Polar bear hoax

Nunavut's Department of Health is advising women of child-bearing age, or who are pregnant or may become pregnant, to avoid ringed seal liver due to its high mercury content.

Ringed-seal live is off the menu for women before pregnancy

Collections of crayfishes in Nebraska have yielded much new information on the distribution of the ringed crayfish, Orconectes neglectus neglectus.

The ringed crayfish, Orconectes neglectus neglectus, in Nebraska with a revision of its distributional range

This week's waders included a little stint at Pontllyfni, ruff at RSPB Conwy, and more than 100 ringed plover on the Clwyd estuary.

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释义	ringed Related to ringed: rang, crawls ring 1. verb, informal To contact (someone or some organization) by telephone. She rang us from Kentucky to say that she had arrived safely. I'll ring the company in the morning and see if they can expedite the delivery. 2. noun, informal A call by telephone. Used especially with the verb "give." I'll give you a ring tomorrow once I know what my plans are. ring a bell To seem familiar, remind one of something, or stimulate an incomplete or indistinct memory. Your description rings a bell, but I don't think I've ever been there myself. A: "Have you ever heard of Steve Robinson?" B: "Hmm, the name doesn't ring a bell." See also: bell, ring ring around 1. To form a circle around (someone or something). We ringed around the ancient tree to protect it from the woodcutters. A group of fans ringed around the celebrity, asking for autographs and reaching out for a hand shake. 2. To call a number of different people or organizations on the phone, especially to get certain information or try to organize something. I'm ringing around to different plumbers to see who can do the job for the least amount of money. Let's ring around and see if any of our friends want to go camping this weekend. See also: around, ring ring in 1. To call an organization, typically to impart some particular information. (In usages 1-3, the past tense of "ring" is "rang," and the past participle is "rung.") Mike rang in to say that he was going to be late to the meeting. We've had a number of listeners ringing in to the station to give us their opinions on the topic. 2. To report some information over the phone, especially to law enforcement. In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "ring" and "in." If you see something suspicious, don't hesitate to ring it in. Thankfully, a kayaker rang in the incident to the coast guard, and they managed to rescue everyone aboard the capsized ship. 3. To celebrate the arrival of some event or moment in time with cheer and revelry, likened to the ringing of bells. I love being among the thousands of people downtown who gather together to ring in the new year. We hold a choir festival every December to ring in the holiday season. 4. To enclose someone or something in or as in a circular shape. In this usage, a noun or pronoun can be used between "ring" and "in." (The past tense and past participle for this entry are both "ringed.") A beautiful hedge of rose bushes rings in the small terrace, giving it a peaceful feeling of privacy and security. Police officers had ringed us in, so we had no choice but to surrender. See also: ring ring off 1. To form a barrier in or as in a circular shape. (The past tense and past participle for this entry are both "ringed.") Heavy iron fences ring off the animal enclosure to prevent them from getting out—and foolhardy visitors from getting in. Military forces ringed off the area to prevent the rebels from escaping. 2. In hockey, to hit one of the goalposts with the puck, producing a ringing sound as a result. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is used between "ring" and "off." (In usages 2-3, the past tense of "ring" is "rang," and the past participle is "rung.") With an open net in front of him, the forward had a chance to send the game to overtime, but he rang the puck off the crossbar. I rang it off the post three times in a row before finally scoring a goal. 3. To finish a telephone call; to hang up. Primarily heard in UK. I knew the call was a scam, because the man on the other end rang off as soon as I asked him for his credentials. She had rung off in a huff before I could tell her how I really felt. See also: off, ring ring off the hook Of a telephone, to be ringing constantly or very frequently. The image is of the phone ringing so frequently that it falls off the cradle or wall attachment. Gosh, I'm exhausted. The phone was ringing off the hook all day at work! Ever since we announced the 2-for-1 deal, our phones have been ringing off the hook. See also: hook, off, ring ring round 1. To wrap or form a circle around someone or something. (A more formal and less common variant of "ring around.") A group of protestors had ringed round the iconic building to stop it from being demolished. Ornate jewels ringed round the golden crown. 2. To call a number of different people or organizations on the phone, especially to get certain information or try to organize something. I'm ringing round to different plumbers to see who can do the job for the least amount of money. Let's ring round and see if any of our friends want to go camping this weekend. See also: ring, round Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. ring a bell Fig. [for something] to cause someone to remember something or for it to seem familiar. I've never met John Franklin, but his name rings a bell. Whenever I see a bee, it rings a bell. I remember when I was stung by one. See also: bell, ring ring around something to circle something. The children ringed around the maypole, dancing and singing. The mourners had ringed around the coffin for the final ceremony. See also: around, ring ring off the hook Fig. [for a telephone] to ring incessantly and repeatedly. What a busy day! The telephone has been ringing off the hook all day long. The telephone has been ringing off the hook ever since the ad appeared in the paper. See also: hook, off, ring McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. ring a bell Arouse an indistinct memory, remind one of something, as in That name rings a bell-I think I've met him. The bell here summons up a memory. [1930s] See also: bell, ring The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. ring a bell If something rings a bell, it is slightly familiar to you and you know you have heard it before, but you do not remember it fully. The name rings a bell but I can't think where I've heard it. `I'll check and see if we've anything on him,' said the sergeant. `It doesn't ring a bell at the moment.' See also: bell, ring Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. ring a bell revive a distant recollection; sound familiar. informal See also: bell, ring ring off the hook (of a telephone) be constantly ringing due to a large number of incoming calls. North American See also: hook, off, ring Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary ring a ˈbell (informal) sound familiar; help you remember something, but not completely: That name rings a bell but I can’t remember exactly where I’ve heard it before. See also: bell, ring ˌring off the ˈhook (American English) (of a telephone) ring many times: The phone has been ringing off the hook with offers of help. See also: hook, off, ring Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary ring a bell tv. to stir something in someone’s memory. Yes, that rings a bell. I seem to remember it. See also: bell, ring ring off the hook in. [for a telephone] to ring endlessly or constantly. The phone was ringing off the hook when I came in. See also: hook, off, ring McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions ring a bell Informal To arouse an often indistinct memory. See also: bell, ring ring (someone's) *chimes/bells*** Slang To knock (an opponent) out by physical or other force. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. See also: a mystery to (one) appear to a change of heart a piece of the action a piece/slice of the action a bit of the action bit of the action a turn of phrase able to do able to do it References in periodicals archive "WW (white whales) tend to be dietary generalists, in contrast with RS (ringed seals) that are more commonly individual specialists," the study says. Climate change forces Arctic animals to shift feeding habits: study On the basis of their known circumpolar distribution, we anticipated encountering bearded seals, harp seals, hooded seals, and ringed seals. Seal Occurrence and Habitat Use during Summer in Petermann Fjord, Northwestern Greenland During that time they ringed 514 of the birds and two rare Leach's storm petrels. Rangers on mission to track down rare seabird To investigate the relationships between Ringed Salamander occupancy and environmental variables, we used an information-theoretic approach to model selection (Burnham and Anderson, 2002). Breeding pond occupancy of the ringed salamander (Ambystoma annulatum) in East-central Missouri This is the first report of classification of wild rose-ringed parakeet of Pakistan at sub-species level using novel Cytb gene polymorphism and this study indicated that the Pakistani wild rose ringed parakeet is mono-phyletically claded with P. Molecular Classification of Pakistani Wild Rose-Ringed Parakeet through Novel Cytochrome B Gene Polymorphism So next time it's clear, get outside and observe the ringed planet. Stargazing; Saturn watcher - now that has a ring to it Grigg thinks rising temperatures and melting ice may have encouraged grey seals to follow fish north into ringed seal territory. Arctic melting may help parasites infect new hosts: grey seals encounter killer microbe as their territories expand northward ACO West said: "I've heard of amazing returns of ringed birds, but this one really is great news and I'd like to think he fathered many offspring". Ageing red kite found in back garden The tiny Nathusius' pipistrelle was first ringed in Blagdon, near Bristol, and was discovered nearly 600km away in the Netherlands. British bat makes incredible journey The loss of the Arctic sea ice is rapidly reducing the area of the habitat in which ringed seals can reproduce, challenging their future survival, according to a study published in Geophysical Research Letters. Shrinking sea ice threatening ringed seals in Arctic MARYLAND (CyHAN)- Saturn's 2010 Great White Spot storm has set a new record for the largest atmospheric temperature change ever detected during a storm on the ringed planet. Saturn's Record-Setting Storm She explained that polar bears feed primarily on ringed seals, which spend winter and spring close to shore and "establish and maintain ... Polar bear hoax Nunavut's Department of Health is advising women of child-bearing age, or who are pregnant or may become pregnant, to avoid ringed seal liver due to its high mercury content. Ringed-seal live is off the menu for women before pregnancy Collections of crayfishes in Nebraska have yielded much new information on the distribution of the ringed crayfish, Orconectes neglectus neglectus. The ringed crayfish, Orconectes neglectus neglectus, in Nebraska with a revision of its distributional range This week's waders included a little stint at Pontllyfni, ruff at RSPB Conwy, and more than 100 ringed plover on the Clwyd estuary. bird NOTES
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