1
: an ornament inserted in the lobe of the ear especially to distend it
2
: a device of pliable material for insertion into the outer opening of the ear (as to keep out water or deaden sound)
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Some members wear earplugs to limit noise.
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Rina Nakano, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
Even moisturizer, a sleep mask, earplugs, and a journal and pen can be tucked away in a drawer.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026
Passengers will also receive a complimentary kit, with items such as an eye mask and earplugs.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Each passenger will also get a special amenity pouch with an eye mask, socks, earplugs, lotion, and a dental kit.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
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Rina Nakano, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
Even moisturizer, a sleep mask, earplugs, and a journal and pen can be tucked away in a drawer.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 23 Apr. 2026
Passengers will also receive a complimentary kit, with items such as an eye mask and earplugs.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 15 Apr. 2026
Each passenger will also get a special amenity pouch with an eye mask, socks, earplugs, lotion, and a dental kit.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
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“Earplug.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earplug. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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earplug
noun
ear·plug
-ˌpləg 
: a device of pliable material for insertion into the outer opening of the ear (as to keep out water or deaden sound)
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