Control is a word with multiple meanings in English, depending on the context.
1. As a verb: To exercise restraint or direction over; dominate; command.
2. As a noun: The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.
3. In science: A standard of comparison for checking the results of an experiment.
4. In technology: A device used to operate a machine or system.
5. In psychology: The ability to manage one's emotions and behavior.