switch off meaning

UK /swɪtʃ ɒf/ US /swɪtʃ ɔf/ 2 syllables

switch off (verb): cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch.

Definition of switch off

  1. cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch
    • Turn off the stereo, please
    • cut the engine
    • turn out the lights

    Synonyms: cut, turn off, turn out

    Opposite: switch on

    Type of: throw

    Kinds: kill

How to pronounce switch off

switch off is pronounced /swɪtʃ ɒf/ in British English and /swɪtʃ ɔf/ in American English. It has 2 syllables.

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