command

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/kəˈmɑːnd/ English

Definitions

An order to do something.“I was given a command to cease shooting.”
The right or authority to order, control or dispose of; the right to be obeyed or to compel obedience.“to have command of an army”
Power of control, direction or disposal; mastery.“England has long held command of the sea”
A position of chief authority; a position involving the right or power to order or control.“General Smith was placed in command.”

To order, give orders; to compel or direct with authority.“The king commanded his servant to bring him dinner.”
To have or exercise supreme power, control or authority over, especially military; to have under direction or control.“to command an army or a ship”
To require with authority; to demand, order, enjoin.“he commanded silence”
To dominate through ability, resources, position etc.; to overlook.“Bridges commanded by a fortified house. (Motley.)”