remote control
noun
1
: control (as by radio signal) of operation from a point at some distance removed
2
: a device or mechanism for controlling something from a distance
Example Sentences
Where did you put the remote control? The bomb was detonated by remote control. a DVD player with remote control
Recent Examples on the Web Specifically, one that offered them incentives in exchange for some degree of remote control over the smart thermostats. 
Andy Meek, BGR, 3 Sep. 2022 Even on its highest setting, this tower fan is surprisingly quiet, and our testers loved its portability and the detachable remote control. Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2022 If Google wants to be competitive with Roku, then that means even the cheapest Chromecast needs to run full Android TV and have a remote control. Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 25 Aug. 2022 The catcher wears a forearm sleeve that resembles a remote control with nine buttons for calling the pitch and location. Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2022 If this student has veered away from the assignment a few too many times, the teacher can take remote control of the device and zap the tab themselves. Wired, 4 Aug. 2022 The Super X-FI can be activated by pressing a button on the remote control or the soundbar. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 6 May 2021 This also features a remote control or a control panel that is mountable to the wall. Chris Hachey, BGR, 30 Mar. 2021 The first exploits the fact that many Wayne fuel dispensers have a remote control option to allow station owners and fuel inspectors to easily access them. Kevin Collier, NBC News, 18 July 2022 See More
Andy Meek, BGR, 3 Sep. 2022 Even on its highest setting, this tower fan is surprisingly quiet, and our testers loved its portability and the detachable remote control. Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2022 If Google wants to be competitive with Roku, then that means even the cheapest Chromecast needs to run full Android TV and have a remote control. Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 25 Aug. 2022 The catcher wears a forearm sleeve that resembles a remote control with nine buttons for calling the pitch and location. Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2022 If this student has veered away from the assignment a few too many times, the teacher can take remote control of the device and zap the tab themselves. Wired, 4 Aug. 2022 The Super X-FI can be activated by pressing a button on the remote control or the soundbar. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 6 May 2021 This also features a remote control or a control panel that is mountable to the wall. Chris Hachey, BGR, 30 Mar. 2021 The first exploits the fact that many Wayne fuel dispensers have a remote control option to allow station owners and fuel inspectors to easily access them. Kevin Collier, NBC News, 18 July 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1903, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Kids Definition
remote control
noun
1
: a device for controlling something from a distance
a remote control for a TV
2
: control (as by a radio signal) of operation from a distant point