earbud

noun

ear·​bud ˈir-ˌbəd 

: a small earphone inserted into the ear

Examples of earbud in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The larger case easily stows a Kindle or iPad Mini, power bank, digital camera, earbuds, and more; the smaller one stashes cords and adapters. — Morgan Ashley Parker, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

Organize Charging Cables and Cases Untangle cords and pair earbuds with their charging cases. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 12 July 2026

Next is another 24% price drop on the pocket-sized Apple AirPods 4, an immersive set of earbuds designed to delete the chaos around you. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 9 July 2026

In addition to the incredible dynamic range and timbre found less often in an earbud, these are also ergonomically designed and come with four tips for the perfect fit every time. — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 8 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

earbud

noun

ear·​bud ˈi(ə)r-ˌbəd 

: a small earphone inserted into the ear