earmuff

noun

ear·​muff ˈir-ˌməf How to pronounce earmuff (audio)
: one of a pair of ear coverings connected by a flexible band and worn as protection against cold or noises

Examples of earmuff in a Sentence

wearing a pair of earmuffs
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Standing with what appeared to be his family, the child wore protective earmuffs and held a sign proclaiming Kravitz' show was his first concert. — Jack Irvin, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025 For those who find traditional earmuffs uncomfortable, this product offers a more discreet, comfortable alternative. — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 24 Jan. 2025 Here’s hoping production invested in a pair of stylish doggy soundproof earmuffs. — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2025 Other ensembles stood out for their symmetry: People wearing complementary diamond-quilt jackets, for example, or twin earmuffs. — Simbarashe Cha, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for earmuff

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First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of earmuff was in 1881

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earmuff

noun
ear·​muff ˈi(ə)r-ˌməf How to pronounce earmuff (audio)
: one of a pair of pads joined by a flexible band and worn to protect the ears against cold or noise
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