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ear·bud

 (îr′bŭd′)
n.
A small headphone that fits inside the ear against the outer opening of the ear canal.
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earbud

(ˈɪəˌbʌd)
n
(Telecommunications) a small earphone worn in the ear for use with audio devices
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