remote control
noun uk/rɪˌməʊt kənˈtrəʊl/ us/rɪˌmoʊt kənˈtroʊl/
[ U ]遥控
a system for controlling something such as a machine or vehicle from a distance, by using electrical or radio signals
The bomb was detonated by remote control. 炸弹是遥控引爆的。
B1 [ C ] (also remote)遥控器
a piece of equipment that you hold in your hand and use to control a television, DVD player, etc.
Have you seen the remote for the TV anywhere? 你在哪儿看到电视遥控器了吗？
- More examples
- The rocket went off course and had to be destroyed by remote control.
- He set off the car bomb with a remote control device from his own car.
- These functions are now operated by remote control.
- Police officials say the blast was triggered by remote control.
- These robots will work by remote control.