control panel /kənˈt(ʃ)ɹoʊl ˈpæn.l̩/ noun2 •A flat, usually vertical surface onto which controls, instruments, and displays are mounted.The new signalling controls 40 track miles; 31 multiple-aspect signals are operated by the new control panels and a further 31 signals are automatic. — 1962 •A computer display offering a number of controls or options. formscontrol panels