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three-point switch

/ˈθriː pɔɪnt swɪtʃ/

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/ˈθriː pɔɪnt swɪtʃ/C1formaltechnical
  • ruТип электрического выключателя, который позволяет управлять одним светильником или прибором из двух разных мест, обычно используется в коридорах или на лестницах.

A type of electrical switch that allows control of a single light or fixture from two different locations, commonly used in hallways or staircases.

  1. Electrical componentC1formal

    A type of electrical switch that controls a circuit from three different locations, commonly used in staircases or long hallways.

    ruЭлектрический компонент

    • The electrician installed a three-point switch for the hallway lights.
    • You can turn the light on or off from any of the three three-point switches.
    • A three-point switch requires special wiring compared to a standard switch.