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Definition of Earmuffs
1. Noun. Objects designed to cover a person's ears for protection against cold or noise. They consist of a thermoplastic or metal head-band, that fits over the top of the head, and a pad at each end, to cover the external ears. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Earmuffs
1. earmuff [n] - See also: earmuff
Lexicographical Neighbors of Earmuffs
Literary usage of Earmuffs
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Cotton Ginners Handbook edited by W. S. Anthony, William D. Mayfield (1995)
"earmuffs consist of two earcups mounted on a headband. ... Maximum protection is
obtained when earplugs and earmuffs are worn at the same time. ..."
2. The Inventive Thinking Curriculum Project by Marion Canedo (1990)
"GREAT THINKERS AND THEIR INVENTIONS earmuffs. "Baby, It 's Cold Outside" may ...
For the next 60 years Chester's factory made earmuffs, and earmuffs made ..."
3. Noise and Military Service: Implications for Hearing Loss and Tinnitus by Larry Humes, Lois Mary Joellenbeck, Jane Durch (2006)
"The use of earplugs together with earmuffs, called dual protection, provides
maximum protection. For well-fitted devices, the average attenuation for ..."
4. Sowboy by Richard Miller (2003)
"Soon, clad in heavy coats and earmuffs and following breath-clouds, Aimée and
Alexander walked with them about half a mile on slippery sidewalks to their ..."
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