switching

/ˈswɪtʃɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Used to describe something that changes or can change between different states or options.
    • We installed a switching power supply that adjusts voltage automatically.
    • The switching station directs electricity to different parts of the city.
    • The switching button on the remote lets you choose between TV and streaming.
noun
  1. The act of changing from one thing to another, or the process of making such changes.
    • Switching between tasks too often can reduce your focus.
    • She is responsible for the switching of phone lines during emergencies.
    • The switching of train tracks is controlled by a central computer.
  2. A system or device that controls the flow of electricity, signals, or data by making or breaking connections.
    • This old telephone has a manual switching mechanism.
    • The electrician upgraded the switching in the fuse box.
    • The network uses packet switching to send data efficiently.
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