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Switch on

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Meanings of Switch on

Verb

  • To turn something on, like a light or a toy, so it works.
  • To change how you look or act suddenly, like when you smile or get excited.

Explanation of the word: Switch on

To 'switch on' means to turn something on so it can work. For example, when you press a button on a lamp, you are switching it on so it lights up.

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Translations for the word: Switch on

hindi
स्विच ऑन

switch on

बंद करो

band karo

चालू करो

chalu karo

   

Antonyms for the word: Switch on

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Switch on

What does 'switch on' mean?
To 'switch on' means to turn something on, like a light or a machine, so it starts working.
How do you pronounce 'switch on'?
You say 'switch on' like this: 'swich on'. The 'switch' sounds like 'witch' with an 's' in front, and 'on' sounds like 'awn'.
What is the origin of the phrase 'switch on'?
The phrase 'switch on' comes from the word 'switch', which means a device that can turn something on or off. It started being used in the early 20th century.
What is the meaning of 'switch on' in Kannada?
The word 'switch on' in Kannada is 'ಆನ್ ಮಾಡು' (Ān māḍu).