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Earmuffs are objects designed to cover a person's Ear s for Protection . They consist of a Thermoplastic or Metal head-band, that fits over the top of the Head , and a pad at each end, to cover the external ears. They come in two basic kinds:
  • Thermal earmuffs: the original type, worn in winter to keep a person's ears warm. They were invented by 15 year old Maine resident Chester Greenwood in 1873. He came up with the idea while his grandmother made the muffs.

  • Acoustic earmuffs, also known as '''ear defenders''': cups lined with sound-deadening material, like thermal earmuffs and Headphones in appearance, which are worn as hearing protection. These may be carried on a head-band or clipped onto the sides of a Hard Hat , for use on construction sites. Some manufacturers combine Headphones with ear defenders, allowing the wearer to listen to a music, communication or other audio source and also enjoy protection or isolation from ambient noise. Acoustic earmuffs were created in Italy in 1982.


Earmuffs or '''muffs''' is a name sometimes lightly given to Headphones .


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