An earring is a piece of jewelry worn on the earlobe. There are many different synonyms for earring, depending on the style and type of earring. Some popular synonyms include stud, hoop, dangle, chandelier, drop, huggie, and clip-on. Stud earrings are small and set directly on the earlobe, while hoop earrings are circular and may be thin or thick. Dangle earrings hang from the earlobe and can come in various sizes and shapes. Chandelier earrings are similar to dangle earrings, but with multiple tiers. Drop earrings are longer and thinner than dangle earrings. Huggie earrings are small hoops that hug the earlobe, while clip-on earrings don't require pierced ears.