clap on
Sound-triggered light switch
Clap on means to apply or attach something quickly and decisively: She clapped on her hat and rushed out the door.
The phrase suggests a swift, slapping motion.
In nautical contexts, to clap on sail is to add more canvas to catch wind.
The Clapper made "clap on, clap off" famous for sound-activated light switches.
Visible electromagnetic radiation
- lampElectric light fixture
- switchCircuit-breaking toggle device
- voice-activatedOperated by spoken commands
- sensorInput-detecting device
automation · hands-free · touch-free · infomercial · convenience · gadget · novelty · trigger
light
Visible electromagnetic radiation
- lampElectric light fixture
- switchCircuit-breaking toggle device
- voice-activatedOperated by spoken commands
sensor · automation · hands-free · touch-free · infomercial · convenience · gadget · novelty · trigger · response
clap onturn off
Cease operation of
dimmer switch · switch off · shut off · deactivate · rheostat
clap ondimmer switch
Light level regulator
dial · slider · rheostat · touch control · remote control
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