command

B1
Pronunciation
/kəˈmɑːnd/
/kəˈmænd/
Noun
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

An order to do something.

Example Sentences
  • I was given a command to cease shooting.
2 Definition

The right or authority to order, control or dispose of; the right to be obeyed or to compel obedience.

Example Sentences
  • to have command of an army
3 Definition

Power of control, direction or disposal; mastery.

Example Sentences
  • England has long held command of the sea
4 Definition

A position of chief authority; a position involving the right or power to order or control.

Example Sentences
  • General Smith was placed in command.
5 Definition

The act of commanding; exercise or authority of influence.

6 Definition

A body or troops, or any naval or military force, under the control of a particular officer; by extension, any object or body in someone's charge.

7 Definition

Dominating situation; range or control or oversight; extent of view or outlook.

8 Definition

A directive to a computer program acting as an interpreter of some kind, in order to perform a specific task.

9 Definition

The degree of control a pitcher has over his pitches.

Example Sentences
  • He's got good command tonight.
10 Definition

A command performance.

Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

To order, give orders; to compel or direct with authority.

Example Sentences
  • The king commanded his servant to bring him dinner.
2 Definition

To have or exercise supreme power, control or authority over, especially military; to have under direction or control.

Example Sentences
  • to command an army or a ship
3 Definition

To require with authority; to demand, order, enjoin.

Example Sentences
  • he commanded silence
4 Definition

To dominate through ability, resources, position etc.; to overlook.

Example Sentences
  • Bridges commanded by a fortified house. (Motley.)
5 Definition

To exact, compel or secure by influence; to deserve, claim.

Example Sentences
  • A good magistrate commands the respect and affections of the people.
6 Definition

To hold, to control the use of.

Example Sentences
  • The fort commanded the bay.
7 Definition

To have a view, as from a superior position.

8 Definition

To direct to come; to bestow.