English English Dictionary

To trim, as, a hedge.

To turn from one railway track to another; to transfer by a switch; -- generally with off, from, etc.; as, to switch off a train; to switch a car from one track to another.

To shift to another circuit.

To walk with a jerk.

of Switch

A beverage of molasses and water, seasoned with vinegar and ginger.

of Switch

a. & n. from Switch, v.

One who tends a switch on a railway.

of Switchman

Whisking.

Instantly; quickly; speedily; rapidly.

A native or inhabitant of Switzerland; a Swiss.

To copulate with (a woman).

A piece, as a ring or hook, attached to another piece by a pin, in such a manner as to permit rotation about the pin as an axis.

A small piece of ordnance, turning on a point or swivel; -- called also swivel gun.

To swing or turn, as on a pin or pivot.

Squint-eyed.

To drink; to swill.

Ale and beer mixed; also, drink generally.