Toggle — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈtä-gəl/ tog·gle

Meaning & Definition of Toggle

Toggle (noun)

  1. a piece or device for holding or securing
  2. a pin inserted in a nautical knot to make it more secure or easier to slip
  3. a crosspiece attached to the end of or to a loop in something (such as a chain, rope, line, strap, or belt) usually to prevent slipping, to serve in twisting or tightening, or to hold something attached

Toggle (verb)

  1. to fasten with or as if with a toggle
  2. to furnish with a toggle
  3. to switch between two different options for (something, such as a computer setting) usually by pressing a single button or a simple key combination

Toggle (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to fasten with a device in which a small piece of wood, plastic, metal, etc. is pushed through a loop or hole

    "toggled his duffel coat closed"

    similar: adhere, bolt, cinch, clamp, clasp, clench, clinch, clip, glue, hang, harness, hasp, lace, lash, latch, nail, paste, pin, plaster, rivet, screw, shackle, staple, stick, strap, tack, tackle, tie, yoke, affix, attach, bend, fasten, fix, coapt, connect, join, link, unite, reaffix, reattach, refasten, refix, resecure, batten, belay, button, do up
    opposite: break up, disconnect, disjoin, disjoint, dissever, dissociate, disunite, divide, divorce, part, separate, sever, split, sunder, uncouple, unlink, unyoke, loose, loosen, unbind, unfix, unlash, untie, detach, undo, unfasten, unhook

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Toggle

The most common words with a similar meaning to Toggle:

adhere, bolt, cinch, clamp, clasp, clench, clinch, clip, glue, hang, harness, hasp, lace, lash, latch, nail, paste, pin, plaster, rivet, screw, shackle, staple, stick, strap, tack, tackle, tie, yoke, affix, attach, bend, fasten, fix, coapt, connect, join, link, unite, reaffix

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Toggle

Words with the opposite meaning of Toggle:

break up, disconnect, disjoin, disjoint, dissever, dissociate, disunite, divide, divorce, part, separate, sever, split, sunder, uncouple, unlink, unyoke, loose, loosen, unbind, unfix, unlash, untie, detach, undo, unfasten, unhook

Word Forms of Toggle

Inflections: toggled, toggling, toggles

Origin & Etymology of Toggle

origin unknown

First known use: circa 1775

Words & Phrases Containing Toggle

toggle bolt, toggle switch

Frequently Asked Questions about Toggle

What does "Toggle" mean?

"Toggle" means a piece or device for holding or securing. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a piece or device for holding or securing.

What is another word for "Toggle"?

Other words for "Toggle" include adhere, bolt, cinch, clamp, clasp, clench, clinch and clip. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Toggle" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Toggle"?

There are 48 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Toggle". Common alternatives include adhere, bolt, cinch, clamp, clasp, clench, clinch, clip, glue and hang.

What is the opposite of "Toggle"?

Antonyms of "Toggle" include break up, disconnect, disjoin, disjoint, dissever, dissociate, disunite and divide.

How do you use "Toggle" in a sentence?

Examples of "Toggle" in a sentence: "toggled his duffel coat closed".

Is "Toggle" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Toggle" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Toggle"?

"Toggle" is pronounced /ˈtä-gəl/ and divided into syllables as tog·gle.

What is the origin of the word "Toggle"?

"Toggle" comes from origin unknown. First known use: circa 1775.