September 13, 2026

console

/ˈkɒn.səʊl/noun

A control panel with displays and input controls used to operate and monitor an electronic system.

Example sentence

“The engineer watched the readings on the mixing console.”

Stress separates two words: CON-sole is this panel (and the gaming device); con-SOLE is the verb meaning to comfort someone.

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Related words

modemA device that converts computer data into signals that can travel over a telephone line, and back again, so computers can connect to each other.controllerA person or device that directs or manages something.adapterA device that lets two pieces of equipment work together when they would not otherwise connect.joystickA control device with an upright handle on a base, often fitted with buttons, used to steer aircraft, play video games, or operate machinery.

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