← Back to search

Meaning of closed-ear | Babel Free

Adjective CEFR B2

Definitions

Synonym of closed-back (“completely covering the ears”).

Examples

“I don't know why you've decided on a closed ear model, but I would urge you to give the open construction Grado SR-225's a listen before you decide.”

“I've been checking out different headphones for awhile^([sic]) (I've been using Panasonic RP-HT850's which have been working out pretty well), my choice right now would be Sennheiser HD-600's, but I'd rather have a closed-ear type headphone to help prevent leaking sound in and out.”

“The closed-ear design provides ample protection from sound leakage during podcast recording.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

closed-eared closed-minded closed-source closed-toe closedminded closefisted