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Joystick

A mechanical device consisting of a handgrip mounted on a base or pedestal and typically having one or more buttons, used to control an aircraft, computer or other equipment.

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📖 Definitions of "Joystick"

noun

1
A mechanical device consisting of a handgrip mounted on a base or pedestal and typically having one or more buttons, used to control an aircraft, computer or other equipment.
2
A penis.

verb

1
To manoeuvre by means of a joystick.

🔄 Synonyms of "Joystick"

2 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
sticknoun	An elongated piece of wood or similar material, typically put to some use, for example as a wand or baton.
control sticknoun	(aviation) A joystick.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Joystick"

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Word	Definition
control sticknoun	(aviation) A joystick.
sticknoun	An elongated piece of wood or similar material, typically put to some use, for example as a wand or baton.
throttlenoun	A valve that regulates the supply of fuel-air mixture to an internal combustion engine and thus controls its speed; a similar valve that controls the air supply to an engine.
levernoun	(mechanics) A rigid piece which is capable of turning about one point, or axis (fulcrum), and in which are two or more other points where forces are applied; — used for transmitting and modifying force and motion.
switchnoun	A device to turn electric current on and off or direct its flow.
handlenoun	The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
sleevenoun	The part of a garment that covers the arm.
manettenoun	—
sidesticknoun	(aviation) A control joystick located beside the seat of the pilot.
handsetnoun	A mobile phone.
jumpnoun	The act of jumping; a leap; a spring; a bound.
yokenoun	Senses relating to a frame around the neck.
motion controllernoun	A game controller that uses accelerometers or other sensors to track the player's motion and interpret it as input.
handgripnoun	A handle; the portion of a handle that the hand occupies.
steering columnnoun	(automotive) a column originating in the dashboard and ending at the steering wheel
manualnoun	Synonym of handbook.
jacking gearnoun	A device, placed on the shaft of an engine, or the rotor of a turbine, allowing it to be slowly turned manually
manipulatornoun	A device which can be used to move, arrange or operate something.
pushrodnoun	(automotive) A rod in a piston engine that actuates rocker arms above the cylinder head.
selectverb	To choose one or more elements of a set, especially a set of options.