switch · verb I /swɪtʃ/
switch
B2 to change from one thing to another
Dictionary examples:
She started studying English at college, but switched to Business Studies in her second year.
He's just switched jobs.
Learner example:
For many years I had created my system under MS-DOS (Disk Operating System), but two years ago I switched and since them I've worked with Unix. (First Certificate in English; B2; Polish)
switch off sth or switch sth off
B1 to turn off a light, television, etc. by using a switch
Dictionary example:
Remember to switch the computer off.
Learner example:
They couldn't call me because my phone was switched off. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Turkish)
switch on sth or switch sth on
B1 to turn on a light, television, etc. by using a switch
Dictionary example:
Could you switch the light on?
Learner example:
We will switch on a light and will sing "Happy Birthday" and the party will begin. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Polish)
switch · noun C /swɪtʃ/
switch
B1 a small object that you push up or down with your finger to turn something electrical on or off
Dictionary examples:
a light switch
Can you flip the switch?
Learner example:
Then I turned off the switch until the end of the day. (Preliminary English Test; B1; French)
