Definition

A device used to listen to sound that fits in or over the ear, often connected to a phone or music player.

Example

I always use my earphones when I go for a run to listen to music.

Conversation

Did you see my new earphone that I got yesterday?

Yeah, they look really nice! How's the sound quality?

It's amazing, much better than my old ones.

That's awesome! I need to get a pair like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Earphone → It is formed from "ear" (from Old English "eare", meaning the organ of hearing) and "phone" (from Greek "phone", meaning sound or voice). The word "earphone" refers to a device that delivers sound directly to the ear.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'ear' as the part of your body that hears, and 'phone' as relating to sound. This helps you remember that an earphone is a device that brings sound directly to your ear.

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