Basic Details
Word: Earpiece
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small device worn in or on the ear to listen to sound, especially for telephones or communication devices.
Synonyms: Earbud, headphone, receiver
Antonyms: Loudspeaker, amplifier
Idioms and Phrases
- In one ear and out the other: Refers to information that is not remembered or considered important. Example: "He always forgets what I say; it just goes in one ear and out the other."
- Hear it on the grapevine: To learn about something through gossip or unofficial sources. Example: "I heard it on the grapevine that the school is planning a field trip next month."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She wore her earpiece to listen to music while studying for her exams.
Example 2: The detective used a special earpiece to communicate with his team without anyone noticing.
Example 3: During the presentation, he struggled with his earpiece, making it hard to hear questions from the audience.
Fun Fact
The first earpiece, known as a "receiver", was invented in the late 19th century and was used with the first telephones, allowing people to hear the other party's voice more clearly.
Famous Quote
"The ear is the avenue to the heart." Voltaire
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "earpiece" mean?
a) A type of phone
b) A small device worn in the ear to listen to sound
c) A musical instrument
d) A type of toy
Answer: b) A small device worn in the ear to listen to sound
2. Which of these is a synonym of "earpiece"?
a) Loudspeaker
b) Earbud
c) Television
d) Radio
Answer: b) Earbud
3. Which word is an antonym of "earpiece"?
a) Headphone
b) Loudspeaker
c) Receiver
d) Microphone
Answer: b) Loudspeaker
4. Which sentence uses "earpiece" correctly?
a) He lost his earpiece while running in the park.
b) The earpiece baked in the oven.
c) She painted her earpiece a bright colour.
d) The earpiece jumped like a rabbit.
Answer: a) He lost his earpiece while running in the park.
5. Which idiom relates to the concept of listening?
a) In one ear and out the other
b) Read between the lines
c) A piece of cake
d) Burn the midnight oil
Answer: a) In one ear and out the other
