headset
/ˈhɛdsɛt/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: headsets
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A pair of headphones or earphones, or a singular headphone or earphone, typically with an attached microphone.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Any electronic device worn on the head.
Noun
Examples
If you've just acquired a Google Glass headset for £1,000, don't show it off at the movies. UK cinemas are to ban the headsets over fears that the gadgets can be used to make pirate copies of Hollywood blockbusters.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “headset” mean?
A pair of headphones or earphones, or a singular headphone or earphone, typically with an attached microphone.
Is “headset” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.