: one of a pair of ear coverings connected by a flexible band and worn as protection against cold or noises
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wearing a pair of earmuffs
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On a recent morning, birds chirped and hopped from tree to tree under a clear blue morning sky as a man in a respirator and protective earmuffs worked on what remained of Vazquez’s property, which was fenced off from the street.
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Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
This investment will fund essential supplies and care for Shelter to Soldier’s Morale Dogs Raider and Lady, including crates, beds, safety goggles, earmuffs, booties, turf pads, food, and medical provisions during their time aboard their respective naval ships.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
The owner went to their truck to get earmuffs when they were hit on the head by a tree.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
As the snow fell around them, a beaming Frances could be seen matching her furry jacket with a pair of matching fluffy earmuffs and mittens.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026
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Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
This investment will fund essential supplies and care for Shelter to Soldier’s Morale Dogs Raider and Lady, including crates, beds, safety goggles, earmuffs, booties, turf pads, food, and medical provisions during their time aboard their respective naval ships.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
The owner went to their truck to get earmuffs when they were hit on the head by a tree.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
As the snow fell around them, a beaming Frances could be seen matching her furry jacket with a pair of matching fluffy earmuffs and mittens.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026
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“Earmuff.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earmuff. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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earmuff
noun
ear·muff
ˈi(ə)r-ˌməf 
: one of a pair of pads joined by a flexible band and worn to protect the ears against cold or noise
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