push-button

adjective

push-but·ton | \ ˈpu̇sh-ˌbə-tᵊn

Definition of push-button

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : operated or done by means of push buttons a push-button phone

2 : using or dependent on complex and more or less self-operating mechanisms that are put in operation by a simple act comparable to pushing a button push-button warfare

push button

noun

Definition of push button (Entry 2 of 2)

: a small button or knob that when pushed operates something especially by closing an electric circuit

Examples of push-button in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun Rather than using a strap buckle to adjust the band, these have a push button adjustment that make moving the strap simple and quick. — Chris Hachey, BGR, 18 May 2021 It is equipped with push button ignition and variable-heat control knob. — cleveland, 16 Sep. 2020 JPMorgan might station attendants outside elevators to help push buttons, so fewer workers need to touch keypads. — Jennifer Surane, Bloomberg.com, 15 May 2020 These plastic holders, which feature a push button on the lid to provide an airtight seal, are available in seven sizes, from 0.4 quarts to 3.7 quarts. — Madeline Diamond, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2020 Eaton invented a four-inch touchless tool to push buttons and turn door handles. — Laura Johnston, cleveland, 14 Apr. 2020 Ernie pushes buttons on the machine and steps on the gas peddle. — cleveland, 2 Apr. 2020 Ernie pushes buttons on the machine and steps on the gas pedal. — Annie Lane, oregonlive, 2 Apr. 2020 And using a push button instead of a touchscreen to navigate can become agony. — BostonGlobe.com, 10 Oct. 2019

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