earbud

noun

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

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Then Julian dropped one of his wireless earbuds into Olympia’s purse, using it as a crude bugging device. Noel Murray, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025 Although the technology is currently being demonstrated in a set of over-the-ear headphones, the scientists hope that it could ultimately be incorporated into earbuds or a hearing aid. New Atlas, 11 Dec. 2025 This viral story serves as a reminder to keep wireless earbuds and other small electronics out of reach of children. Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025 Apple AirPods 4 These are the gold standard for wireless earbuds, and teens want them. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 10 Dec. 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 17 Dec. 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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