patchboard Definition
a panel or board containing sockets into which connections can be made by means of jacks and wires, used for temporarily establishing circuits in a telephone exchange or for programming electronic devices..
Using patchboard: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "patchboard" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The operator connected the call through the patchboard.
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The patchboard is used to program the electronic device.
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The patchboard was invented by Almon B. Strowger in 1891.
patchboard Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for patchboard
- switchboard
- circuit board
- control board
Summary: patchboard in Brief
A 'patchboard' [pach-bawrd, -bohrd] is a panel or board with sockets that allow connections to be made using jacks and wires. It is used to temporarily establish circuits in a telephone exchange or to program electronic devices. The patchboard was invented by Almon B. Strowger in 1891.
