Why are rings called rings, when they aren't rings at all?

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anonymous · Answer

or are they essentially 'rings'?

saifoo.khan · Answer

Noun:	
A small circular band, typically of precious metal and often set with one or more gemstones, worn on a finger as an ornament or token.
An act of causing a bell to sound, or the resonant sound caused by this: "there was a ring at the door".
Verb:	
Surround (someone or something), esp. for protection or containment.
Make a clear resonant or vibrating sound: "a shot rang out"; "the ringing of fire alarms".

jamesj · Answer

In fact many rings have a "going around" property.  Give me an example of a finite ring and you'll see.

anonymous · Answer

yeah that property, but I can't even visualize any ring :-(

anonymous · Answer

I can't visualize any algebraic structure, besides vectors :-(

jamesj · Answer

But frankly, who cares.  Call them ham sandwiches if you like.

anonymous · Answer

and even then, only upto 3d vectors

jamesj · Answer

My god, you're bored.  Go and do the AI course or read a book or hang out with your friends.

anonymous · Answer

I don't have any friends :-(

anonymous · Answer

yeah I need to do the ml homework :-(

turingtest · Answer

LOL
funniest conversation ever...