joypad

[ joi-pad ]

noun

1. a handheld input device used in video games to control the movement of graphic elements on the screen, usually having buttons and a directional control.

Word History and Origins

Origin of joypad¹

First recorded in 1985–90; blend of joystick and keypad

Example Sentences

One of the most striking elements of the original was the use of a single joypad to move the two main characters - one control stick for the older brother, and the other for the younger boy.

From BBC

The words added in 2014 included geocache, chillax, beatbox, frenemy, hashtag, joypad, mojito, selfie, soju, texter, vodcast, vlog, and yuzu, among others.

From Salon

The joypad is long gone, the helicopter has probably crashed into a building.

From The Guardian

Then, after a few moments, the phone is put in front of Burna Boy, who says hello before picking up a PS4 joypad and carrying on a game of Grand Theft Auto.

From The Guardian

Various autopilot functions can take over almost all the complexities of flying, allowing you to control your plane with a joypad alone.

From The Guardian