Definitions

1. verb

to change the order or position of something, especially in a regular or systematic way

“The new traffic light system commutated the order of the traffic flow to reduce congestion.”

2. verb

to change from one state or condition to another, especially in a way that is regular or systematic

“The new software commutated from a trial version to a full version overnight.”

3. noun

the act of changing the order or position of something, especially in a regular or systematic way

“The commutate of the traffic light system improved the flow of traffic in the city.”