earpiece
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ear·piece

noun \ˈir-ˌpēs\

Definition of EARPIECE

1
: a part of an instrument (as a telephone or stethoscope) that is placed against or inserted into the outer opening of the ear; especially : earphone
2
: one of the two sidepieces that support eyeglasses by passing over or behind the ears

Examples of EARPIECE

  1. the earpiece of a stethoscope

First Known Use of EARPIECE

1853

ear·piece

noun \ˈi(ə)r-ˌpēs\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of EARPIECE

1
: a part of an instrument (as a stethoscope or hearing aid) that is inserted into the outer opening of the ear
2
: one of the two sidepieces that support eyeglasses by passing over or behind the ears

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