control unit
Americannoun
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the part of a CPU that interprets the instructions in programs and directs the operation of the entire system.
Etymology
Origin of control unit
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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"The air traffic control unit where the problem appeared handles up to nearly 5,000 flights per day during the summer season," Kaperonis said.
From Barron's • Jan. 13, 2026
He pressed buttons on the control unit and pushed the antenna to different positions.
From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025
A laser cutter was poised halfway through carving out a flight control unit.
From New York Times • May 4, 2024
Unlike traditional methods that require modifications to the sensor itself, their innovative system features an EP control unit that can plug into physically separated external sensors.
From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2024
Then I plug the control unit into the wall, right where it was plugged in on that Monday night.
From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements
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