earbud

noun

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

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After listening to the song through his earbuds in the mall, Urban came aboard and recorded the track for Fearless (Taylor’s Version), the first of Swift’s ongoing re-recording project. Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 12 Dec. 2024 Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Earbuds Bose’s top-grade earbuds offer exceptional noise-cancellation across three listening modes, with up to six hours of playtime (or four hours of Immersive Audio) on a single charge. Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024 These workout earbuds were designed to never, ever fall out, thanks to their snug, in-ear fit and over-ear hooks. Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024 This nifty electronic carrying case has multiple mesh pockets inside specifically designed to keep your earbuds, flash drives, charging cables, phones, and hard drives organized. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for earbud 

Word History

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 25 Dec. 2024.

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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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