pressel
/ˈprɛsl/noun
An electric switch that is operated by a push-button; (originally) one hanging from the end of a length of flexible wire; (in later use) especially one on a piece of radio communication equipment, typically permitting transmission when depressed and reception when released. Now chiefly pressel switch.
Origin
Late 19th century. Origin uncertain; probably from press + a suffix of uncertain origin (perhaps -el or -el), perhaps after tassel.
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