command
co
mmand
ˈmænd
mānd
British pronunciation
/kəmˈɑːnd/

Definition & Meaning of "command"in English

Command
01

an order, particularly given by someone in a position of authority

command definition and meaning
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The general issued a command for the troops to advance towards the enemy positions.
02

a military unit, area, or operation that is under the control and direction of one officer or leader

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He was given command of the entire naval fleet.
03

authority or control over people, resources, or operations

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The officer took command of the troops.
04

availability or readiness of resources or skills for immediate use

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The funds were at the company 's command.
05

expertise, mastery, or extensive knowledge in a particular area or skill

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She has a command of French literature.
06

a position of highest authority or control in an organization, military unit, or operation

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He assumed command of the naval fleet.
07

an instruction that tells a computer to perform a specific task or function

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She entered the command to save the document before closing the application.
to command
01

to have authority over or be in charge of a unit in the army

Transitive: to command a military unit [adj]
to command definition and meaning
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General Smith commands the 5th Infantry Division stationed in the southern region.
02

to give an official order to a person or an animal to perform a particular task

Ditransitive: to command sb to do sth
to command definition and meaning
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The general commanded the soldiers to hold their positions until further notice.
03

to have or exercise direct authority

Intransitive
to command definition and meaning
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As the captain of the ship, he commands with confidence and expertise.
04

to demand or claim something as one's right

Transitive: to command a demand or right
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After years of hard work, she commanded a promotion within the company.
05

to dominate or control a strategic position from a higher vantage point

Transitive: to command a position
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The fortress was strategically situated on the hill, allowing it to command the entire valley.
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