control

power

1. B2CountableUncountable

   The act of having power over something or someone, or the ability to direct and regulate.

   • She has absolutely no control over that child, which is quite embarrassing.

   • He advocates for the government to implement stringent controls on dog ownership.

   • The dictator assumed control of the nation in 1933.

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mechanism

1. B2Countable

   A button, switch, or other mechanism used to operate a machine, vehicle, or other device.

   • The primary instruments are situated in the center of the control panel.

   • Captain Firth was seated at the controls of the aircraft.

keyboard

1. CountableUsually singularwritten abbreviation

   A key on a computer keyboard that, when pressed in combination with other keys, performs a specific function.

   • Press and hold the control key while pressing the number 9.

   • I pressed the Control, Alt, and Delete keys simultaneously, but nothing happened.

experiment

1. Countablesciencespecialized

   An element or group in a scientific experiment that remains unchanged, used as a benchmark for comparison.

1. B1Transitive

   To have the power to direct, regulate, or limit something or someone's actions or behavior.

   • If you cannot control your dog, then you should put it on a leash.

   • You need to learn how to keep your temper in check.

   • The temperature is regulated by a thermostat.

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