Meaning of the word earplug in English

What does earplug mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

earplug

US /ˈɪr.plʌɡ/
UK /ˈɪə.plʌɡ/
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Noun

a piece of material, such as wax or plastic, that you put into your ear to keep out noise or water

Example:
He always wears earplugs when he sleeps to block out the city noise.
Swimmers often use earplugs to prevent water from entering their ears.