earbud

noun

ear·​bud ˈir-ˌbəd How to pronounce earbud (audio)
: a small earphone inserted into the ear

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The latest Apple AirPods 3, a small but mighty set of earbuds with impressive sound quality and ergonomic cushioning, are quietly down to $200, while the newest MacBook Air has an impressive $200 discount. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026 Other deals to consider Google’s Pixel Buds 2A, its latest entry-level wireless earbuds, are down to $109 at Amazon, B&H Photo, and Best Buy, which is their second-best price to date. Cameron Faulkner, The Verge, 1 June 2026 Then there's a 32% discount on the Beats Fit Pro Earbuds, a pair of earbuds with workout-ready wingtips that won't fall out. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026 Some listeners connected through hearing aids, while others used earbuds or headphones. Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for earbud

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First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of earbud was in 1984

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“Earbud.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earbud. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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earbud

noun
ear·​bud ˈi(ə)r-ˌbəd How to pronounce earbud (audio)
: a small earphone inserted into the ear

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