Places for hoops is a term used to describe the areas of the body where earrings can be worn. The three solutions to this crossword are LOBES (5 letters), EARS (4 letters), and EARLOBES (8 letters). LOBES refers to any rounded protuberance, such as those found on the ears. EARS refer to the organs of hearing located on either side of the head. EARLOBES are the lower parts of the ears that hang down from the sides of the head.