What does switchboard mean?
Switchboard means (telecommunications) The electronic panel that is used to direct telephone calls to the desired recipient..
Switchboard
/ˈswɪt͡ʃˌbɔɹd/ · noun
Meaning
(telecommunications) The electronic panel that is used to direct telephone calls to the desired recipient..
Definitions by Sense
- (telecommunications) The electronic panel that is used to direct telephone calls to the desired recipient.
- (electrical engineering) A large piece of power-distribution equipment that directs electricity to multiple loads.
- (transitive) To transmit or relay through, as if through, a switchboard.
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Synonyms for switchboard
Antonyms for switchboard
Related Words
Word Forms
- switchboards
- switchboarding
- switchboarded
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for switchboard?
Common synonyms include patchboard, plugboard.
What is the opposite of switchboard?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use switchboard in a sentence?
Use switchboard where its definition matches the intended context.
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