headphone

/ˈhed.foʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

an electronic device that is worn on or over the head, used for listening to sound, especially music, or for making phone calls

“She put on her headphones and started listening to her favorite album.”

2. verb

to wear headphones, especially for listening to music or other sounds

“He will be able to concentrate if he headsphoned himself while studying.”

Synonyms

  • earphone
  • headset

Antonyms

  • speaker