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Switch
/swɪtʃ/
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.
📖 Definitions of "Switch"
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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.
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A device to turn electric current on and off or direct its flow.
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A change or exchange.
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A movable section of railroad track which allows the train to be directed down one of two destination tracks; (set of) points.
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A slender woody plant stem used as a whip; a thin, flexible rod, associated with corporal punishment in the United States.
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To exchange.
"I want to switch this red dress for a green one."
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To change (something) to the specified state using a switch.
"Switch the light on."
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To whip or hit with a switch.
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To change places, tasks, etc.
"I want to switch to a different seat."
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Pertaining to riding with the front and back feet swapped round compared to one's normal position.
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Pertaining to skiing backwards.
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