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control theory

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

An interdisciplinary branch of engineering and mathematics, dealing with the control of the behavior of dynamical systems.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Examples

  • Near-synonym: cybernetics (not consistently differentiated)

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: cybernetics

Antonyms: none provided

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Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 控制理論 /控制理论 — branch of engineering and mathematics
  • Czech: teorie řízení — branch of engineering and mathematics
  • Finnish: säätöteoria — branch of engineering and mathematics
  • Romanian: teoria controlului — branch of engineering and mathematics
  • Russian: тео́рия управле́ния (teórija upravlénija) — branch of engineering and mathematics