Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that controls or has control over something or someone.

“The city controller is responsible for overseeing the municipal budget.”

2. noun

A device or system used to control or regulate something, especially a machine or a process.

“The aircraft’s flight controller was malfunctioning, causing the plane to lose altitude.”

3. noun

A person or team that manages or coordinates an activity, especially in a game or competition.

“The tennis controller was unhappy with the umpire’s decision to overrule the call.”

4. verb

To have control or influence over something or someone.

“The new policy will control the spread of the disease by requiring vaccinations.”

5. verb

To regulate or direct the operation of a machine or a process.

“The system needs to be reconfigured to control the temperature in the greenhouse.”

6. verb

To manage or coordinate an activity, especially in a game or competition.

“The coach needs to control the team’s strategy to win the championship.”