toggle

• 名词，指可以在两种状态之间切换的装置或机构，例如开与关；也指一种扣具，通过将销或横杆插入环中来固定绳索或链条。

A noun referring to a device or mechanism that can be switched between two states, such as on and off, or a fastener that secures a rope or chain by inserting a pin or crosspiece into an eye.

1. Two-state switchB1formalIT

   A control that alternates between two states, such as on and off, each time it is activated.

   切换开关

   • Click the toggle to enable dark mode.
   • The software has a toggle for notifications.
   • He flipped the toggle to start the machine.

   同义词on-off switchswitchtoggle switch

2. Hinged switchB1formaltechnical

   A physical switch that moves back and forth between two positions, often used in electrical circuits.

   拨动开关

   • The toggle on the wall controls the fan.
   • He pressed the toggle to turn off the light.
   • The old radio had a large toggle for volume.

   同义词switchtoggle switch

3. Fastening pinC1formaltechnical

   A fastener made of a peg or crosspiece that is inserted into an eye at the end of a rope, chain, or cable to secure it.

   销钉

   • The sailor used a toggle to secure the rope.
   • A metal toggle held the chain in place.
   • He attached the cable with a toggle fastener.

   同义词pegpin

• 用于表示在两个状态或选项之间切换的动词，通常指开与关之间的转换。

A verb used to indicate the act of switching between two states or options, typically on or off.

1. Switch between statesB1informalIT

   To switch between two different settings, options, or states, often using a button or key.

   切换

   • You can toggle between dark mode and light mode in the settings.
   • Press the spacebar to toggle the play and pause functions.
   • The app allows you to toggle notifications on or off.

   同义词alternateflipswitch

2. Fasten with a toggleC1formaltechnical

   To secure or fasten something using a toggle, a short rod or pin inserted through a loop or hole.

   用栓扣固定

   • He toggled the rope to the cleat on the boat.
   • The tent is designed to be toggled to the frame for stability.
   • She toggled the strap to keep the bag closed.

   同义词attachfastensecure

3. Release by a toggle switchC1formaltechnical

   To release or activate a mechanism by using a toggle switch.

   拨动开关

   • The pilot toggled the landing gear to release it.
   • He toggled the safety catch to fire the weapon.
   • The engineer toggled the circuit breaker to restore power.

   同义词flipswitchthrow