Etymology

intermediate switch

Today it means: A light switch with two pairs of two terminals, which can be switched between straight-through or swapped wiring. Typically used as part of a circuit to control a light or other device from three or more locations. Full definition →

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The story

Named for being connected between a pair of two-way switches.

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