earpiece

[eer-pees]

noun

1. a piece that covers or passes over the ear, as on a cap or eyeglasses.

2. an earphone.

earpiece

/ ˈɪəˌpiːs /

noun

1. the earphone in a telephone receiver

Word History and Origins

Origin of earpiece¹

First recorded in 1835–45; ear ¹ + piece

Example Sentences

A UN official said the sound system was designed to allow people to hear translated speeches through earpieces.

From BBC

The services of a life-preserving, ego-boosting retinue of intimidating protectors — picture dark glasses, earpiece, stern visage — were cited by more than one Harris associate, past and present, as a factor in her deliberations.

From Los Angeles Times

Bard would whisper funny lines into my earpiece and I would botch them.

From Los Angeles Times

Thirty-five seconds to make sure everyone has the right microphones and earpieces.

From BBC

Joe Biden is still surrounded by all the trappings of power – the black SUVs, the security guys with curly earpieces, the sniffer dogs sent ahead to sweep the room for explosives.

From BBC