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Headset vs Handsfree - What's the difference?

headset | handsfree |

As nouns the difference between headset and handsfree

is that headset is a pair of headphones or earphones, or a singular headphone or earphone, typically with an attached microphone while handsfree is a handsfree phone.

As an adjective handsfree is

that can be used without using the hands, hands-free.

headset

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • A pair of headphones or earphones, or a singular headphone or earphone, typically with an attached microphone.
  • Any electronic device worn on the head.
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  • (cycling) On a bicycle, the system of bearings that connects the fork to the frame.

    • handsfree

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • That can be used without using the hands, hands-free.
    • a handsfree phone

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A handsfree phone.