earbud

noun

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

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Take a long walk without earbuds and clear a corner for reflection today, because insight blooms when your mind feels unhurried and private. Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026 With features like spatial audio, these earbuds provide balanced sound combined with Beats' custom acoustic platform. George Yang, PC Magazine, 11 Mar. 2026 The front features one larger and one smaller flap pocket compartments, ideal for storing earbuds and lip gloss, while your larger items like a wallet, a phone, and sunglasses can also be stashed away in the main compartment. Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026 The sound quality is crystal-clear, while the earbuds themselves have remained in great condition. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 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

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

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