Meaning of the word headphones in English

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

headphones

US /ˈhed.foʊnz/

UK /ˈhed.fəʊnz/

a pair of earphones typically joined by a band placed over the head, for listening to audio signals such as music or speech

Example:

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She put on her headphones to listen to music.

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I need a new pair of noise-cancelling headphones for my commute.

Synonym:

earphones cans headset