Toggle Definition & Meaning

toggle
noun
  1. any instruction that works first one way and then the other; it turns something on the first time it is used and then turns it off the next time
  2. a hinged switch that can assume either of two positions
  3. a fastener consisting of a peg or pin or crosspiece that is inserted into an eye at the end of a rope or a chain or a cable in order to fasten it to something (as another rope or chain or cable)
verb
  1. provide with a toggle or toggles
  2. fasten with, or as if with, a toggle
  3. release by a toggle switch; "toggle a bomb from an airplane"

"Toggle" in song lyrics

See how toggle is used in real songs:

  • "Who lamps left of the toggle?"
    Aesop Rock — Zodiaccupuncture
  • "sterling silver toggle"
    AOL — AOL
  • "9mm sterling silver toggle"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "toggle"

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