Earcup

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The cup-shaped parts of headphones that contain speakers and fit on the ear.

    "The pleasantly smushy-edged earcups on this new model do an excellent job of isolating your ears."

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"The pleasantly smushy-edged earcups on this new model do an excellent job of isolating your ears."

Etymology

From ear + cup.

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