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earmuff

American

[eer-muhf] / ˈɪərˌmʌf /

noun

either of a pair of often adjustable coverings for protecting the ears ear in cold weather.

earmuff British

/ ˈɪəˌmʌf /

noun

one of a pair of pads of fur or cloth, joined by a headband, for keeping the ears warm

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Etymology

Origin of earmuff

An Americanism dating back to 1855–60; ear ¹ + muff

Example Sentences

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He took out a set of earmuff hearing protectors and put them on.

From Washington Post • Jun. 7, 2019

No wonder Fisher’s Leia—with that bisque complexion, those tender-soft yet sparkling eyes, and yes, that earmuff hair—is one of the most enduring images of 1970s and 1980s pop culture.

From Time • Dec. 27, 2016

The Princess Leia effect is mainly seen in hair – not the absurd earmuff buns, but the plait headband worn in The Empire Strikes Back, which is very Keash braid bar.

From The Guardian • Jul. 26, 2015

If the Beatles made England swing for the young, then Bond was a travel-poster boy for the earmuff brigade.

From Time • Oct. 5, 2012

“It is,” he says, then tugs on my earmuff band.

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari

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