control
|con/trol|
B1
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/kənˈtroʊl/
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/kənˈtrəʊl/
manage influence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'control' originates from the Old French word 'contrerole', which meant 'a register' or 'a copy of a roll'.
Historical Evolution
'contrerole' transformed into the Middle English word 'countrole', and eventually became the modern English word 'control'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a copy of a roll', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to exercise restraint or direction over'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.
The company has control over the entire market.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35