switchboard

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The electronic panel that is used to direct telephone calls to the desired recipient.
  2. A large piece of power-distribution equipment that directs electricity to multiple loads.
verb
  1. To transmit or relay through, as if through, a switchboard.

Pronunciation

/ˈswɪt͡ʃˌbɔɹd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-switchboard.wav

Word forms

switchboard switchboards switchboarding switchboarded

Etymology

From switch + board.

Derived words

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