noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to an earring that clips on or wraps around the ear without a piercing. Also used anatomically for the helix of the ear.
祖母の宝石箱から古い耳環を見つけた。
I found an old non-pierced earring in my grandmother's jewelry box.
耳環の形をしたアクセサリーが流行っている。
Accessories shaped like a helix are in fashion.
Compound of 耳 (ear) and 環 (ring). The reading みみわ is a straightforward kun'yomi combination.