earplugs
Foam noise stoppers
Earplugs are small devices inserted into the ear canal to block sound or water.
They're worn for sleeping, swimming, or protecting hearing in loud environments: I forgot my earplugs at the concert.
Materials range from foam to silicone to custom-molded plastic.
Bubble-filled substance
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
- waxPliable waterproof substance
- rubberElastic polymer from trees
- flangedHaving a projecting edge
moldable · reusable · disposable · custom-fit · soft · hypoallergenic · comfortable · snug
Federal workplace safety regulator
- PPEHazard-shielding work attire
- workplaceEmployment location
- machineryCollective mechanical equipment
- constructionProcess of building something
factory · hazardous · earmuffs · power-tools · manufacturing · warehouse · jackhammer · compliance
Organized auditory art
- festivalOrganized public celebration
- venuePlace of occurrence
- speakersAudio output devices
- amplifierSignal-strengthening electronic device
decibels · crowd · bass · band · DJ · nightclub · rave · musicians
Sustained single-minded attention
- studyingDeliberate learning effort
- libraryBook collection or building
- officeProfessional work location
- open-planLacking interior walls
distraction · productivity · quiet · noise-cancelling · work · meditation · reading · writing
Noisy breathing while asleep
- insomniaPersistent inability to rest
- bedtimeDesignated hour for retiring
- slumberLight, restful unconsciousness
- nappingSleeping briefly, often midday
restful · nighttime · peaceful · pillow · partner · REM · drowsiness · mattress
foam
Bubble-filled substance
flanged · moldable · reusable · disposable · custom-fit · soft · hypoallergenic · comfortable · snug · insertion
OSHA
Federal workplace safety regulator
construction · factory · hazardous · earmuffs · power-tools · manufacturing · warehouse · jackhammer · compliance · regulations
music
Organized auditory art
amplifier · decibels · crowd · bass · band · DJ · nightclub · rave · musicians · audiophile
concentration
Sustained single-minded attention
- studyingDeliberate learning effort
- libraryBook collection or building
- officeProfessional work location
open-plan · distraction · productivity · quiet · noise-cancelling · work · meditation · reading · writing · exam
snoring
Noisy breathing while asleep
- insomniaPersistent inability to rest
- bedtimeDesignated hour for retiring
- slumberLight, restful unconsciousness
napping · restful · nighttime · peaceful · pillow · partner · REM · drowsiness · mattress · sleepy
airplane
Powered flying machine
- flightAerial journey by aircraft
- jetlagFatigue from crossing timezones
- airportAviation passenger facility
redeye · layover · commute · transit · train · bus · hostel · hotel · carryon · seatmate
waterproof
Impervious to moisture
diving · surfing · flotation · chlorine · ocean · waterseal · snorkeling · aquatic · moisture · drainage
- factory floorassembly line, conveyor belt, forklift, machine operator, production line
- protective gearhelmet, helmets, hard hat, hard hats, gloves
- safety devicesairbag, seatbelt, smoke detector, helmet, fire extinguisher
- safety equipmentlife jacket, safety glasses, lifeboat, smoke alarms, smoke alarm
- safety gearhard hat, hi-vis vest, safety helmet, safety vest, reflective vest
- sleep aidsmelatonin, sleeping pills, sleeping pill, sleep aid, Ambien
earplugsheadphones
Wearable speakers for ears
speakers · earbuds · loudspeakers · amplifiers · PA system
earplugshearing aids
Personal sound amplifiers
cochlear implants · ear trumpet · sound amplifier · listening devices · stethoscope