1. control devices with a vertical stick that can be moved in different directions to control movement in video games or computer applications
Usage: gaming; computing
2. control levers used to operate aircraft or other vehicles
Usage: aviation; technical

Examples

• The gaming console came with two wireless joysticks.
• She moved the joystick to make her character jump over the obstacle.
• The arcade had several broken joysticks that needed repair.
• Modern joysticks are much more responsive than older models.
• The pilot gripped both joysticks during the difficult landing.
• These joysticks have multiple buttons for different game functions.
• The flight simulator uses realistic joysticks for training.