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switches

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈswɪtʃəz// UK //swˈɪtʃɪz// switch·es

n. small devices that you press or turn to start or stop something, like a light or a machine. They control the flow of electricity to an object.

n. mechanical or electronic components used to connect or disconnect an electrical circuit. Often used to control the power state of a device.


SIMPLE

The light switches are next to the door.

CONTEXTUAL

The technician checked all the switches on the control panel to ensure the machine was safe to operate.

COMPLEX

Modern smart homes often replace traditional physical switches with voice-activated sensors that manage lighting and temperature through a central network.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'switch'.

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