control board

noun

1. a panel containing switches, dials, and other equipment for regulating electrical devices, lights, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of control board¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Puerto Rico’s next governor will have to work alongside a federal control board that oversees the island’s finances and was created after the government declared bankruptcy.

From Seattle Times

For the local vector control board, the board majority appointed a right-wing political activist who warned of mosquitoes being used as “flying syringes” for mass vaccination.

From Los Angeles Times

On a recent morning, Taylor cued songs and interviewed the musical comedy duo Deven & Ned from behind a control board inside the cozy broadcast studio.

From New York Times

He believes that could be achieved with a police control board made up of elected civilians.

From Los Angeles Times

California has been working for years to address the problem through regional water quality control boards and the State Water Resources Control Board.

From Seattle Times