earplug
Foam noise dampener
An earplug is a small object inserted into the ear canal to block sound or water.
Foam earplugs expand to fit the canal and reduce noise—worn at concerts, construction sites, or for sleeping: I can't sleep without earplugs.
Silicone plugs keep water out while swimming.
Bubble-filled substance
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
- waxPliable waterproof substance
- flangedHaving a projecting edge
- ergonomicDesigned for bodily efficiency
snug · soft · pliable · hypoallergenic · reusable · disposable · tapered · skin-friendly
Tenth of a bel
- attenuationGradual intensity reduction
- acousticRelating to sound
- cochleaSpiral hearing organ
- tinnitusPerceived phantom ear sounds
soundproof · muffling · audiologist · noise-induced · threshold · frequency · auditory · otitis
Process of building something
- factoryIndustrial production facility
- PPEHazard-shielding work attire
- OSHAFederal workplace safety regulator
- earmuffPadded hearing-hole cover
machinery · corded · banded · manufacturing · workshop · power-tools · motorsport · chainsaw
Impervious to moisture
- chlorineHalogen disinfectant element
- poolCollective fund or basin
- divingEntering water deliberately
- surfingRiding waves standing up
watersports · moldable · floating · drainage · snorkeling
Noisy breathing while asleep
- insomniaPersistent inability to rest
- bedtimeDesignated hour for retiring
- nighttimeDark hours between dusk and dawn
- restCessation of activity
slumber · quiet · uninterrupted · overnight · relaxation · peaceful
Powered flying machine
Sustained single-minded attention
- studyDeliberate learning effort
- libraryBook collection or building
- officeProfessional work location
- open-planLacking interior walls
distraction · productivity · coworking · exam · commute · airplane · meditation · workplace
foam
Bubble-filled substance
ergonomic · snug · soft · pliable · hypoallergenic · reusable · disposable · tapered · skin-friendly · lightweight
decibel
Tenth of a bel
- attenuationGradual intensity reduction
- acousticRelating to sound
- cochleaSpiral hearing organ
tinnitus · soundproof · muffling · audiologist · noise-induced · threshold · frequency · auditory · otitis · earwax
construction
Process of building something
- factoryIndustrial production facility
- PPEHazard-shielding work attire
- OSHAFederal workplace safety regulator
earmuff · machinery · corded · banded · manufacturing · workshop · power-tools · motorsport · chainsaw · jackhammer
waterproof
Impervious to moisture
surfing · watersports · moldable · floating · drainage · snorkeling
snoring
Noisy breathing while asleep
- insomniaPersistent inability to rest
- bedtimeDesignated hour for retiring
- nighttimeDark hours between dusk and dawn
rest · slumber · quiet · uninterrupted · overnight · relaxation · peaceful
airplane
Powered flying machine
concentration
Sustained single-minded attention
open-plan · distraction · productivity · coworking · exam · commute · airplane · meditation · workplace
concert
Live musical performance
hi-fi · filtered · rehearsal · nightclub · gig · venue · fidelity
earplughearing aid
Ear-worn sound amplifier
headphones · earphones · amplifier · speaker · loudspeaker
earplugloudspeaker
Sound amplification device
siren · alarm · air horn · foghorn · amplification