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two-way switch en · NOUN · etymology 1

Etymology

Named after its two electrical connections.

Meanings

1. (US, rare) A plain type of light switch that can control lights, or other electrical loads, from a single location; a single-throw switch.

Forms

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two-way switches	Number=Plur		lexicographic

two-way switch en · NOUN · etymology 2

Etymology

Named after its use in pairs to control a load from two locations.

Meanings

1. (UK) Commonwealth spelling of (US): three-way switch.

Forms

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two-way switches	Number=Plur		lexicographic