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Definition switch in British English

switch noun

[countable] noun
/swɪtʃ/
1

something such as a button or a key that controls the electrical supply to a light, piece of equipment, machine etc

Example

a light switch

Example

an on-off switch

Example

He flicked the intercom switch to his secretary.

Example

Lily pressed the switch and plunged the room into darkness.

Synonyms and related words
console controls dial
2

a change from one thing to another

Example

a major policy switch by Washington

Example

He said the switch from electric to solar power would be made soon.

Example

A switch to a high-fibre diet will help your digestion.

Example

Last year he made the switch to boxing from kickboxing.

Synonyms and related words
effect change trend
3

a stick that is so thin that you can bend it easily

Synonyms and related words
line strip stick
Definition switch in British English