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earpiece

American

[eer-pees] / ˈɪərˌpis /

noun

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

earpiece British

/ ˈɪəˌpiːs /

noun

the earphone in a telephone receiver

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Etymology

Origin of earpiece

First recorded in 1835–45; ear ¹ + piece

Example Sentences

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Sadly for Warren, earpiece issues left him singing flat and out of sync during his segment.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

With Shanahan in his earpiece, however, Jones has proceeded to play exceptionally well.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

A Cuomo spokesman later said he was sitting “in a mobile van unit with an earpiece and staring directly into the camera and couldn’t tell who was talking.”

From Salon • Nov. 4, 2025

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 • Sep. 10, 2025

“Now, if you children will excuse me...,” said Dr. Zinchenko, touching her Bluetooth earpiece.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein

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