Controls
/ˈkɒn.trəʊlz/
Definitions
- (n.) Mechanisms or provisions by which authority or power is exercised or regulated within legal, corporate, or regulatory contexts.
The company's internal controls ensure compliance with financial regulations.
- (v.) Third-person singular present of control, meaning to exercise authority or direct management over something.
The board controls the organization's strategic decisions.
Forms
- control
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Commentary
'Controls' as a noun typically appears in plural referring to regulatory mechanisms, while as a verb it is a present tense form; definitions distinguish these uses for clarity.
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