control

Meaning of control in English

Noun

US /kənˈtroʊl/ UK /kənˈtrəʊl/

1. the power to make people or things do what you want

We have no control over what is happening to us. - We cannot control what is happening to us.

2. the parts of machine that you press or move to make it work

electronic controls

Verb

US /kənˈtroʊl/ UK /kənˈtrəʊl/

1. have the power to make people or things do what you want

She cannot control her children.
The driver lost control of the car and hit the pole.

2. make yourself behave calmly, even if you feel angry, excited, or upset; hold back

She cannot control his anger.

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