(linguistics, of a control verb) whose shared object is its subject.

The practice of restricting entrance to a property, a building, or a room to authorized persons. / In technology, permitting or denying the use of a particular resource.

plural of control verb

Alternative form of self-control

The explosion of a small explosive charge, either to destroy a suspect package or unexploded ordinance, or to gain access to a locked enclosure that may be booby-trapped.

(informal) A person who is excessively controlling and domineering. / (informal) A tyrant or manipulator.

plural of control freak

Not under control. / Not controllable. / Not in control of one's actions.

The regulation or management of another species defined as a pest. / A service that removes pests.

Operated by remote control