Definition: check the emission of (sound)
Main entry: modulate, regulate
Definition: fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of
Usage: regulate the temperature; modulate the pitch
Main entry: influence, determine, regulate, mold, shape
Definition: shape or influence; give direction to
Usage: experience often determines ability; mold public opinion
Main entry: govern, regularise, regularize, regulate, order
Definition: bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations
Usage: We cannot regulate the way people dress; This town likes to regulate