noun

switcher

switcher, switch, shunter

The video switcher is essential for live broadcasting.

The video switcher is essential for live broadcasting.

A railway switcher moves carriages in the yard.

A railway switcher moves carriages in the yard.

a/the switcher ((...)) a device or person that switches sth. The video switcher is essential for live broadcasting.

Synonyms: switch, shunter, controller

From the verb 'switch' + the agent suffix '-er', meaning a person or thing that switches.

Think of a TV director 'switching' between cameras, or a railroad worker 'switching' tracks.

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