Headset: meaning, definitions and examples

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headset

 

[ ˈhɛdˌsɛt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

audio equipment

A headset is a pair of headphones combined with a microphone, typically used for communication purposes such as phone calls, gaming, or video conferencing. Headsets can be wired or wireless, and come in various styles such as over-ear, on-ear, or in-ear.

Synonyms

communication headset, earphones with mic, headphones with microphone

Examples of usage

  • I use a headset for my online meetings.
  • She bought a new wireless headset for her gaming sessions.

Translations

Translations of the word "headset" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fone de ouvido

🇮🇳 हेडसेट

🇩🇪 Kopfhörer

🇮🇩 headset

🇺🇦 навушники

🇵🇱 słuchawki

🇯🇵 ヘッドセット

🇫🇷 casque

🇪🇸 auriculares

🇹🇷 kulaklık

🇰🇷 헤드셋

🇸🇦 سماعة الرأس

🇨🇿 sluchátka

🇸🇰 slúchadlá

🇨🇳 耳机

🇸🇮 slušalke

🇮🇸 heyrnartól

🇰🇿 құлаққап

🇬🇪 ყურსასმენი

🇦🇿 qulaqlıq

🇲🇽 auriculares

Word origin

The word 'headset' originated in the mid-20th century as a combination of 'head' and 'set', referring to a set of equipment worn on the head. Initially used in aviation for communication purposes, headsets have evolved to become integral in various fields such as telecommunications, gaming, and entertainment.

See also: beheader, head, headache, headband, headbands, header, headgear, headhunter, heading, headland, headline, headman, headmaster, headmistress, headpiece, headquarters, headrest, headscarf, headshot, headsman, headstall, headstrong, headwear, headwind, headwrap, hothead, overhead.