Control center: meaning, definitions and examples

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control center

 

[ ˈkənˌtroʊl ˈsɛntər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in technology

A control center is a central location where monitoring, management, and control of a system or process takes place. It is typically equipped with various tools and technologies to provide real-time data and allow operators to make decisions effectively.

Synonyms

central control room, command center, operations center

Examples of usage

  • The control center of the power plant is responsible for monitoring electricity production.
  • The air traffic control center coordinates the movement of airplanes in the sky.
Context #2 | Noun

in biology

In biology, the control center refers to an organ or group of cells that regulates and controls specific functions within an organism. It plays a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis and ensuring proper functioning.

Synonyms

command center, master control, regulator

Examples of usage

  • The brain is considered the control center of the human body.
  • The endocrine system acts as a control center for hormone regulation.

Translations

Translations of the word "control center" in other languages:

🇵🇹 centro de controle

🇮🇳 नियंत्रण केंद्र (niyantran kendra)

🇩🇪 Kontrollzentrum

🇮🇩 pusat kendali

🇺🇦 центр керування

🇵🇱 centrum kontroli

🇯🇵 制御センター (seigyo sentā)

🇫🇷 centre de contrôle

🇪🇸 centro de control

🇹🇷 kontrol merkezi

🇰🇷 통제 센터 (tongje senteo)

🇸🇦 مركز التحكم (markaz al-tahakkum)

🇨🇿 řídící centrum

🇸🇰 kontrolné centrum

🇨🇳 控制中心 (kòngzhì zhōngxīn)

🇸🇮 nadzorni center

🇮🇸 stjórnstöð

🇰🇿 бақылау орталығы (baqylau ortalygy)

🇬🇪 კონტროლის ცენტრი (kontrolis centri)

🇦🇿 nəzarət mərkəzi

🇲🇽 centro de control

Word origin

The term 'control center' originated in the mid-20th century, primarily in the context of technology and operations. It reflects the need for a centralized hub for monitoring and managing complex systems efficiently. In biology, the concept of a control center has been recognized for centuries, with early references dating back to ancient Greek and Roman texts discussing the role of the brain in controlling bodily functions.