noun
patchboard
Patchboard (noun) means (dated) A panel with sockets and cords used to connect circuits by hand, found in old telephone exchanges and early computers.
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(dated) A panel with sockets and cords used to connect circuits by hand, found in old telephone exchanges and early computers.
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Etymology
Formed from patch and board.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for patchboard
board
hoard
aboard
onboard
keyboard
cupboard
outboard
seaboard
backboard
starboard
cardboard
surfboard
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of patchboard?
"patchboard" (noun) means (dated) A panel with sockets and cords used to connect circuits by hand, found in old telephone exchanges and early computers.
What is another word for patchboard?
Other words for "patchboard" include switchboard, plugboard.
