switchboard

UK
/ˈswɪtʃbɔːd/
US
/ˈswɪtʃbɔrd/

Translations

switchboardnoun
switchboards
pl
UK
/ˈswɪtʃbɔːd/
US
/ˈswɪtʃbɔrd/
распределительный щит
The electrician checked the switchboard for any faults.
Электрик проверил распределительный щит на наличие неисправностей.
The operator connected the call through the switchboard.
Оператор соединил звонок через коммутатор.
Additional translations
центральный пульт
пульт управления
Synonyms
switching system
distribution board
circuit board
telephone exchange
control panel
switchboardadjective
UK
/ˈswɪtʃ.bɔːd/
US
/ˈswɪtʃ.bɔrd/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "switchboard operator").

Definitions

switchboardnoun
A panel or group of panels containing switches, dials, and other equipment for controlling electrical circuits, especially in a telephone exchange.
The operator connected the call through the switchboard.
A system used to connect telephone calls manually by plugging and unplugging wires.
In the early 20th century, many telephone companies employed operators to manage the switchboard.
The group of operators who manage a telephone switchboard.
The switchboard asked her to hold while they connected the call.
switchboardadjective
Relating to or used with a switchboard.
He completed a switchboard maintenance course.