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switch vs three-way switch

three-way switch vs switch

switch and three-way switch both are nouns.

switch is a verb but three-way switch is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
switch Yes No Yes No
three-way switch Yes No No No
As nouns, three-way switch is a hyponym of switch; that is, three-way switch is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than switch:
  • switch: control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit
  • three-way switch: an electric switch that has three terminals; used to control a circuit from two different locations
switch (noun) three-way switch (noun)
the act of changing one thing or position for another an electric switch that has three terminals; used to control a circuit from two different locations
a basketball maneuver; two defensive players shift assignments so that each guards the player usually guarded by the other
a flexible implement used as an instrument of punishment
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
switch (verb) three-way 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
Difference between switch and three-way switch

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