Meaning of JOYSTICK
| Pronunciation: | | 'joystik
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 WordNet Dictionary |
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- [n] a manual control consisting of a vertical handle that can move freely in two directions; used as an input device to computers or to devices controlled by computers
- [n] a lever used by a pilot to control the ailerons and elevators of an airplane
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JOYSTICK is a 8 letter word that starts with J. |
| | Synonyms: | | control stick, stick |
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| | See Also: | | control, controller, data input device, input device, lever | |
| Computing Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | A device consisting of a hand held stick that pivots about one end and transmits its angle in two dimensions to a computer. Joysticks are often used to control games, and usually have one or more push-buttons whose state can also be read by the computer. Most I/O interface cards for ibm pcs have a joystick (game control) port. |
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