earbud

noun

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

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Instead, the Korean company prefers to bundle free hardware in its British promotions, like a free tablet, earbuds, or a chromebook. Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025 For earbuds, look for a pair with multiple ear tips for the most comfortable, secure fit. Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 24 July 2025 The case provides three additional full charges for the earbuds, totaling 15 hours on top of the buds' 5. PC Magazine, 24 July 2025 Automatic updates aren’t always reliable, especially for headphones and earbuds. 2. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025 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 9 Aug. 2025.

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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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