earphone

noun

ear·​phone ˈir-ˌfōn How to pronounce earphone (audio)
: a device that converts electrical energy into sound waves and is worn over or inserted into the ear

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Wipe Down the Body of Your Earbuds or Headphones As for the body of the earphones, run a dry cloth or cotton swab over the metal charging points (the little magnetic dots on them that click into the tiny metal prongs in the charging case). Julia Ries, Outside Online, 14 Nov. 2024 The Grove last night and lo and behold strolling through the front aisle was a proud pappa holding his youngster with a set of earphones on — both grinning from ear to ear. Janine Schaults, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2024 But the latest lawsuit provides disturbing details about what occurred on the night of the shooting, including reports that Nguyen allegedly shot through the lock of a neighbor’s door, breaking items, and fired at a bed frame and mattress before stealing money and a set of earphones. Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024 These earphones deliver solid active noise cancellation and seamless iOS integration for all of your listening needs. Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 9 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for earphone 

Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of earphone was in 1881

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“Earphone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earphone. Accessed 14 Dec. 2024.

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earphone

noun
ear·​phone ˈi(ə)r-ˌfōn How to pronounce earphone (audio)
: a device that changes electrical energy into sound waves and is worn over or inserted into the ear

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