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earplug

/ˈɪr.plʌɡ/

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noun

B1formalcommon/ˈɪr.plʌɡ/

A small device or plug inserted into the ear canal, used either to listen to audio privately or to protect the ears from water, noise, or other elements.

  • 🇷🇺Небольшое устройство или вкладыш, вставляемый в слуховой проход, используемый для прослушивания аудио в частном порядке или для защиты ушей от воды, шума или других факторов.
  1. Sound-reducing device A2 formal

    A small device inserted into the ear canal to block out loud noises or water.

    • He wore earplugs at the concert to protect his hearing.
    • Swimmers often use earplugs to keep water out of their ears.
    • The construction workers were required to wear earplugs on site.

    🇷🇺Беруши

  2. Audio device B1 formal

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

    • She put in her earplugs to listen to music on the train.
    • These earplugs provide excellent sound quality for podcasts.
    • He uses wireless earplugs for his morning jog.

    🇷🇺Наушник-вкладыш

    Synonyms: earphone

  • earplugs plural form
  • earplugs' possessive plural form
  • earplug's possessive singular form