plural headphones
: an earphone held over the ear by a band worn on the head
—usually plural
So for the gamer to gain that "edge," he must have the best mouse, the smoothest mouse pad or the most sensitive headphones.—
Chris Yong
Chris YongStrapping on cushy headphones the size of loaves of bread, I'd repeatedly listen to Mingus' "Goodbye Pork Pie Hat" and the music of artists such as Jelly Roll Morton and Billie Holiday.—Robert Wilder
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With intuitive controls and vibrant displays, plus additional options like headphones, earbuds and portable speakers, these devices are designed to support both fitness and everyday convenience.
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Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
For example, this spacious option can fit a 13-inch laptop, headphones, a water bottle, farmers’ market goodies, makeup, and more, according to reviews.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
With intuitive controls and vibrant displays, plus additional options like headphones, earbuds and portable speakers, these devices are designed to support both fitness and everyday convenience.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
Owning a good pair of headphones has significantly improved my daily activities.
—George Yang, PC Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
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“Headphone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/headphone. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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headphone
noun
head·phone
ˈhed-ˌfōn 
: an earphone held over the ear by a band worn on the head
—usually used in plural
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