Headset

Definitions

1. A pair of headphones or earphones, or a singular headphone or earphone, typically with an attached microphone.
2. Any electronic device worn on the head.
3. On a bicycle, the system of bearings that connects the fork to the frame.
4. A mindset.
   uncommon

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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.”

“One member has this whole collection of 50s rockabilly by women. Like⟳ the blues, the lyrics reflect⟳ the headset of the time, so of course it's not all "non-sexist." But it's a great record⟳, really connected to the roots of rock 'n roll.”

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