hearing aid

noun

1. a compact electronic amplifier worn to improve one's hearing, usually placed in or behind the ear.

hearing aid

noun

1. a device for assisting the hearing of partially deaf people, typically consisting of a small battery-powered electronic amplifier with microphone and earphone, worn by a deaf person in or behind the ear

Word History and Origins

Origin of hearing aid¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

You’ll likely want to get an intuitive hearing aid that can be operated with minimal training via your smartphone, which carries the device’s controls.

From Salon

He also uses a hearing aid attached to his skull that needs regular maintenance.

From BBC

It said the Pro version of its AirPods would be able to be used as a "clinical grade" personal hearing aid for people with mild or moderate loss.

From BBC

Eventually it aims to introduce tailored versions of its product for use in audio recording kit, voice interfaces for cars, smart speakers, augmented and virtual reality, sonar and hearing aid devices.

From BBC

He told the court that Cook - who listened to the proceedings through a hearing aid - had suffered a stroke, heart failure and diabetes during the 12-year period since investigations were launched.

From BBC