First Known Use: circa 1775
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1toggle
noun tog·gle \ˈtä-gəl\
: a small piece of wood, plastic, metal, etc., that is pushed through a loop or hole to fasten one part of something to another part
computers : a setting that can be switched between two different options by pressing a single key, making a single choice from a menu, etc.
Full Definition of TOGGLE
1
: a piece or device for holding or securing: as a : a pin inserted in a nautical knot to make it more secure or easier to slip b : a crosspiece attached to the end of or to a loop in something (as a chain, rope, line, strap, or belt) usually to prevent slipping, to serve in twisting or tightening, or to hold something attached
2
: a device consisting of two bars jointed together end to end but not in line so that when a force is applied to the joint tending to straighten it pressure will be exerted on the parts adjacent or fixed to the outer ends of the bars; also : a device with a joint using a toggle
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Origin of TOGGLE
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2toggle
verb
computers : to switch between two options by pressing a single key, making a single choice from a menu, etc.
tog·gledtog·gling \-g(ə-)liŋ\
Full Definition of TOGGLE
transitive verb
1
: to fasten with or as if with a toggle
2
: to furnish with a toggle
intransitive verb
: to switch between two options especially of an electronic device usually by pressing a single button or a simple key combination
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First Known Use of TOGGLE
1836
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