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Definition of pushbutton

pushbutton

/ˈpʊʃˌbʌt.ən/
push · but · ton
Plural:pushbuttons
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pushbutton Lexical Profile

pushbutton Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Operated by pressing a button or buttons, or highly automated and effortless to control.

Example

"The new vehicle features a pushbutton ignition system that eliminates the need for a traditional key."

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• noun

1

A small button or switch that is pressed to operate an electrical device or mechanical system.

Example

"The technician replaced the faulty green pushbutton on the factory control panel."

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• Nearby Words

push
pushback
pushbike
pushbutton
pushcart
pushchair
pusher

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pushbutton. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pushbutton
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