Meaning of the word switch in English

What does switch mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

switch

US /swɪtʃ/

UK /swɪtʃ/

a device for making and breaking the connection in an electric circuit

Example:

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Flip the switch to turn on the light.

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The light switch is broken.

Synonym:

lever button control toggle

a sudden or complete change, especially of one thing for another

Example:

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There was a sudden switch in the weather.

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The company made a switch to renewable energy.

Synonym:

change shift alteration transition reversal

to change the position, direction, or focus of something

Example:

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Can you switch the channels for me?

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Let's switch places so you can see better.

Synonym:

change shift alter reverse swap

to turn an electrical device on or off

Example:

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Please switch off the lights when you leave.

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He switched on the radio to listen to the news.

Synonym:

turn on turn off activate deactivate