toggle
noun /ˈtɒɡl/
/ˈtɑːɡl/
- a short piece of wood, plastic, etc. that is put through a loop of thread to fasten something, such as a coat or bag, instead of a buttonTopics Clothes and Fashionc2
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- (also toggle switch)(computing) a key on a computer that you press to change from one style or operation to another, and back againTopics Computersc2
Word Originmid 18th cent. (originally in nautical use): of unknown origin.