earbud

noun

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

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This has been around for a while on iPhones, as well as the AirPods 4 and other earbuds from Apple – as well as on budget headphones from brands like Soundcore. New Atlas, 17 Mar. 2026 These bluetooth earbuds are an absolute steal at 85 percent off, boasting impressive battery life and active noise cancellation that'll make those long flights feel shorter. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026 Bose Earbuds Deal The Bose QuietComfort earbuds feature the company's legendary noise cancellation and a customizable listening experience through the Bose app’s five-band EQ. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 16 Mar. 2026 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 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 22 Mar. 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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