earbud

ear-bud · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A small headphone that fits inside the ear canal for listening to audio.

Forms

plural: earbuds

Related words

See also: earbuds, earphone, headphone
Synonyms: earphone, in-ear headphone

Etymology

A modern compound from ear + bud, coined in the late 20th century with the development of portable audio technology. The "bud" refers to the small, compact shape resembling a flower bud.