bit1 |
the metal part of a bridle that is placed in the mouth of an animal, usu. a horse, and used to restrain or control. [2/5 definitions] |
blow one's top |
(informal) to lose emotional control; become angry. |
boiling point |
(informal) the point at which one loses control, usu. of one's temper. [1/2 definitions] |
bondage |
the state of being held in control by external forces. [1/2 definitions] |
boron carbide |
a very hard black crystalline compound used in nuclear reactor control rods, as reinforcement in structural materials, and as an abrasive. |
bossism |
domination or control by bosses, as of a political party or unit or a governmental entity. |
break down |
to lose control of one's emotions, usually reflected in crying or inability to speak or express oneself. [1/4 definitions] |
bridle |
the part of a horse harness that includes the bit and reins and is used to guide or control. [1/5 definitions] |
bureaucratize |
to manage or control (a government or other large organization) using bureaucratic methods, or to introduce such methods in. |
Canal Zone |
a strip on either side of the Panama Canal that will be under U.S. control until 1999. |
capture |
to gain complete control over or possession of. [2/6 definitions] |
cartel |
an international group of independent businesses formed to control production and prices and to restrict competition in certain business enterprises. [1/2 definitions] |
catbird seat |
any situation or position that gives one control or the power to gain one's ends. |
censor |
anyone who exercises authorizing control over information or ideas. [2/6 definitions] |
centralization |
the act or process of concentrating or bringing under a single authority or control. [1/2 definitions] |
centralize |
to concentrate or bring under a single authority or control. [1/3 definitions] |
cerebrum |
the region of the brain comprising the largest area, acting to coordinate voluntary movement and control conscious mental activity. |
circumstance |
(pl.) the factors that have an impact on an event or situation and are beyond one's control. [2/6 definitions] |
climate-controlled |
having or providing artificial control of temperature and humidity. |
clutch1 |
(usu. pl.) control or power, esp. of a hostile sort. [1/9 definitions] |
cockpit |
an enclosed area from which the pilot and crew control an airplane. [1/3 definitions] |