Headset: meaning, definitions and examples
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headset
[ ˈhɛdˌsɛt ]
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.