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switch

|switch|

B1

/swɪtʃ/

change or shift

Etymology
Etymology Information

'switch' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'swicchen,' where 'swicchen' meant 'to move quickly.'

Historical Evolution

'swicchen' transformed into the modern English word 'switch' through gradual phonetic changes.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to move quickly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to change or shift.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

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

Turn off the light switch before leaving the room.

Synonyms

togglebutton

Verb 1

to change the position, direction, or focus of something.

She switched the TV channel to her favorite show.

Synonyms

changeshift

Antonyms

maintainkeep

Examples

Check in Movies
Check on YouTube
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Idioms

switch gears

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35