switch plate

noun

a plate, usually of metal, ceramic, or plastic, covering a switch so that the knob or toggle protrudes.

Also called wall plate.

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The switch plate E is connected with a zinc earth plate used for testing the firing battery.

Torpedoes and Torpedo Warfare C. W. Sleeman
The upper hall was dark, save for the reflection from below, but Armand caught the sheen of a switch plate and pressed the key.

The Princess Dehra John Reed Scott
Catherine turned from her switch plate and came across the floor with her face lifted and her lips parted.

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