Definition of Controlling

Adjective: controlling  kun'trów-ling

1. Able to control or determine policy
   "a controlling interest in the firm"

Verb: control (controlled,controlling)  kun'trówl

1. Exercise authoritative control or power over
   "control the budget";
   - command
    
2. Lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
   "control your anger";
   - hold in, hold, contain, check, curb, moderate
    
3. Handle and cause to function
   "control the lever";
   - operate
    
4. Influence (others or oneself) skilfully, usually to one's advantage
   "She is a very controlling mother and doesn't let her children grow up";
   - manipulate, keep in line
    
5. (science) check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard
   "Are you controlling for the temperature?";
   - verify
    
6. Verify by using a duplicate register for comparison
   "control an account"
    
7. Be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
   "control the quality of the product";
   - see, check, insure, see to it, ensure, ascertain, assure
    
8. Have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of
   "Do you control these data?";
   - master
    
9. Determine; be able to change
   "rooms are equipped with air conditioning system to control the temperature";
   - govern

See also:
controllerships
controlment