controller

/kənˈtroʊlər/
noun
  1. A device used to operate or direct a machine, system, or game.
    • He picked up the game controller and started playing.
    • The drone's controller has a range of one mile.
    • The thermostat is a simple controller for the heating system.
  2. A person who manages or directs an organization, department, or activity.
    • The project controller ensured everything stayed on schedule.
    • The air traffic controller guided the plane to a safe landing.
    • She works as a financial controller for a large company.
What does "controller" mean? | whatsthatwordmean | whatsthatwordmean