Earing1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Ear.
2. (n.) A line used to fasten the upper corners of a sail to the yard or gaff; -- also called head earing.
3. (n.) A line for hauling the reef cringle to the yard; -- also called reef earing.
4. (n.) A line fastening the corners of an awning to the rigging or stanchions.
5. (n.) Coming into ear, as corn.
6. (n.) A plowing of land.
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