permutation vs switch

switch vs permutation

permutation and switch both are nouns.

permutation is not a verb while switch is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
permutation	Yes	No	No	No
switch	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, permutation and switch are synonyms defined as:

permutation and switch: an event in which one thing is substituted for another

Other synonyms of permutation include replacement, substitution, transposition.

permutation (noun)	switch (noun)
complete change in character or condition	the act of changing one thing or position for another
the act of changing the arrangement of a given number of elements	a basketball maneuver; two defensive players shift assignments so that each guards the player usually guarded by the other
act of changing the lineal order of objects in a group	a flexible implement used as an instrument of punishment
an event in which one thing is substituted for another	control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit
	railroad track having two movable rails and necessary connections; used to turn a train from one track to another or to store rolling stock
	hairpiece consisting of a tress of false hair; used by women to give shape to a coiffure
	an event in which one thing is substituted for another

permutation (verb)	switch (verb)
	reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
	make a shift in or exchange of
	lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
	change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence
	cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
	flog with or as if with a flexible rod
	exchange or give (something) in exchange for

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