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veer vs switch

switch vs veer

veer is not a noun while switch is a noun.

veer and switch both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
veer No No Yes No
switch Yes No Yes No
As verbs, switch is a hypernym of veer; that is, switch is a word with a broader meaning than veer:
  • veer: shift to a clockwise direction
  • switch: make a shift in or exchange of
Other hypernyms of veer include change over, shift.
veer (noun) switch (noun)
the act of changing one thing or position for another
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
veer (verb) switch (verb)
shift to a clockwise direction reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
turn sharply; change direction abruptly 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 veer and switch

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