servomechanism

/ˈsʌrvoʊˌmɛkəˌnɪzəm/
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Other forms: servomechanisms

Definitions of servomechanism
  1. noun
    control system that converts a small mechanical motion into one requiring much greater power; may include a negative feedback system
    synonyms: servo, servosystem
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    type of:
    control system
    a system for controlling the operation of another system
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