switch

B1
Pronunciation
/swɪtʃ/
Noun
12 definition(s)
1 Definition

A bundle of thin sticks, typically made of wood, sometimes bond in such a way that binding can be moved so that it varies the tightness of the binding.

2 Definition

A device to turn electric current on and off or direct its flow.

3 Definition

A change or exchange.

4 Definition

A movable section of railroad track which allows the train to be directed down one of two destination tracks; (set of) points.

5 Definition

A slender woody plant stem used as a whip; a thin, flexible rod, associated with corporal punishment in the United States.

6 Definition

A command line notation allowing specification of optional behavior.

Example Sentences
  • Use the /b switch to specify black-and-white printing.
7 Definition

A programming construct that takes different actions depending on the value of an expression.

Example Sentences
  • 2004, "Curt", Can I use IF statements, and still use switches? (on newsgroup microsoft.public.word.mailmerge.fields)
8 Definition

A networking device connecting multiple wires, allowing them to communicate simultaneously, when possible. Compare to the less efficient hub device that solely duplicates network packets to each wire.

9 Definition

A system of specialized relays, computer hardware, or other equipment which allows the interconnection of a calling party's telephone line with any called party's line.

10 Definition

A mechanism within DNA that activates or deactivates a gene.

11 Definition

(BDSM) One who is willing to take either a submissive or a dominant role in a sexual relationship.

12 Definition

A separate mass or tress of hair, or of some substance (such as jute) made to resemble hair, formerly worn on the head by women.

Verb
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

To exchange.

Example Sentences
  • I want to switch this red dress for a green one.
2 Definition

To change (something) to the specified state using a switch.

Example Sentences
  • Switch the light on.
3 Definition

To whip or hit with a switch.

4 Definition

To change places, tasks, etc.

Example Sentences
  • I want to switch to a different seat.
5 Definition

To get angry suddenly; to quickly or unreasonably become enraged.

6 Definition

To swing or whisk.

Example Sentences
  • to switch a cane
7 Definition

To be swung or whisked.

Example Sentences
  • The angry cat's tail switched back and forth.
8 Definition

To trim.

Example Sentences
  • to switch a hedge
9 Definition

To turn from one railway track to another; to transfer by a switch; generally with off, from, etc.

Example Sentences
  • to switch off a train; to switch a car from one track to another
10 Definition

To shift to another circuit.

Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Pertaining to riding with the front and back feet swapped round compared to one's normal position.

2 Definition

Pertaining to skiing backwards.