command

1 of 3

verb

com·mand kə-ˈmand How to pronounce command (audio)

commanded; commanding; commands

transitive verb

: to direct authoritatively : order

commanded adherence to the rules

: to exercise a dominating influence over : have command of: such as

: to have at one's immediate disposal

commands many resources

: to demand or receive as one's due

commands a high fee

: to overlook or dominate from or as if from a strategic position

a hill that commands the city

: to have military command of as senior officer

command a regiment

obsolete : to order or request to be given

intransitive verb

: to have or exercise direct authority : govern

a leader who knows how to command well

: to give orders

Rob seldom commanded, but when he did Master Ted had to give in.

Louisa May Alcott

: to be commander

The general will command at the western front.

: to dominate as if from an elevated place

commandable

kə-ˈman-də-bəl How to pronounce command (audio)

adjective

command

2 of 3

noun

: an order given

The command was to hold fire.

b(1)

: a signal that actuates a device (such as a control mechanism in a spacecraft or one step in a computer)

(2)

: the activation of a device by means of such a signal

(3)

: a line of code (see code entry 1 sense 5) instructing a computer to send such a signal

: the ability to control : mastery

She was in command of her emotions.

: the authority or right to command

the officer in command

c(1)

: the power to dominate

The fort has command of the valley.

(2)

: scope of vision

The tower provides a wide command of the neighboring hills.

: facility in use

a good command of French

: control sense 1d

a pitcher with good command of his curveball

: the act of commanding

The troops will charge at command.

: the personnel, area, or organization under a commander

specifically : a unit of the U.S. Air Force higher than an air force

: a position of highest usually military authority

He was relieved of his command after being charged with misconduct.

command

3 of 3

adjective

: done on command or request

a command performance

Example Sentences

Verb She commanded us to leave. Military leaders commanded the troops to open fire. She commanded that work on the bridge cease immediately. We had no choice but to do as they commanded. He commands a platoon of 60. With his skills and experience, he can command a high salary. The company commands much power and influence in the business world. Noun We are expected to obey his commands. She shouted out commands to the crew. We started to teach the dog simple commands like “sit” and “lie down.” You can perform several actions with keyboard commands. The system recognizes voice commands. He was relieved of his command after being charged with misconduct. Who is the officer in command of the unit? I assumed command of the business after my father's death. He immediately took command of the situation. He finally felt in command of his life. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Apple is expected to command almost 49% of the US smartphone market this year, according to Insider Intelligence, with that increasing to nearly 50% by 2024.

Mark Gurman, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2022 Keys is an artist who’s always been able to command a lot of genres and a lot of audience.

Annie Nickoloff, cleveland, 20 Aug. 2022 Now, as more workers return to hospitals, some can command five-figure signing bonuses in places where there are staffing shortages.

Callum Borchers, WSJ, 1 Sep. 2022 All will command expensive deals, whether in Cincinnati or somewhere else.

Tim Bielik, cleveland, 27 Aug. 2022 Few can command a step and repeat at the Met quite like Lively.

Christian Allaire, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2022 Black Americans command about 9% of the nation’s total buying power, according to data collected by the Selig Center for Economic Growth at the University of Georgia.

Ryan Young, CNN, 23 Aug. 2022 As always, quarterbacks will command the brightest spotlight.

Mike Jones, USA TODAY, 18 Aug. 2022 But now these Asian American chefs command their own kitchens and have created opportunities for the next generation of chefs.

Jess Eng, Washington Post, 27 July 2022

Noun

Conrad’s autobiographical tale of his first command, which turns out to be in a rowboat, fleeing a sinking ship with its cargo of burning coal.

Riza Cruz, ELLE, 13 Sep. 2022 Like Kopech, the Rockies right-hander has struggled with his command, given his 3.85 BB/9 ratio.

Michael Nwaneri, Chicago Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 Although Alexander hasn't walked a ton of batters, his command inside the strike zone has faltered.

Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 12 Sep. 2022 Bello lost his command and then the game as the Orioles rallied for a 3-2 victory before a crowd of 16,451 at Camden Yards.

Peter Abraham, BostonGlobe.com, 9 Sep. 2022 Tommy Henry was hit around for the second start in a row, struggling once more with his fastball command.

Nick Piecoro, The Arizona Republic, 7 Sep. 2022 Ihor, the platoon commander, said 16 of the 32 men under his command were injured and one was killed.

John Hudson, Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2022 Right now, Green is trying to close the gap between his skills and his command of the playbook.

Kevin Reynolds, The Salt Lake Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 Having been recalled for Sunday’s game to give the Dodgers’ rotation an extra day of rest, Pepiot struggled with his command and ability to finish at-bats.

Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2022

Adjective

An upcoming marksmanship exercise for early-August was also canceled, as were a pre-command course, firearms training for soldiers who need to improve their marksmanship, and more.

Oren Liebermann, CNN, 23 July 2021 See More

Kids Definition

command 1 of 2

verb

com·mand kə-ˈmand How to pronounce command (audio)

commanded; commanding

: to order with authority

The king commanded them to leave.

: to have power or control over : be commander of

He commands an army.

: to demand as right or due : exact

A piano teacher commands a high fee.

: to survey from a good position

The fort is on a hill that commands a view of the city.

command

2 of 2

noun

: an order given

Obey her command.

: the authority, right, or power to command : control

The troops are under my command.

: the ability to control and use : mastery

She has a good command of the language.

: the people, area, or unit (as of soldiers and weapons) under a commander

: a position from which military operations are directed

单词	commanders
释义	command 1 of 3 verb com·mand kə-ˈmand commanded; commanding; commands transitive verb 1 : to direct authoritatively : order commanded adherence to the rules 2 : to exercise a dominating influence over : have command of: such as a : to have at one's immediate disposal commands many resources b : to demand or receive as one's due commands a high fee c : to overlook or dominate from or as if from a strategic position a hill that commands the city d : to have military command of as senior officer command a regiment 3 obsolete : to order or request to be given intransitive verb 1 : to have or exercise direct authority : govern a leader who knows how to command well 2 : to give orders Rob seldom commanded, but when he did Master Ted had to give in. Louisa May Alcott 3 : to be commander The general will command at the western front. 4 : to dominate as if from an elevated place commandable kə-ˈman-də-bəl adjective command 2 of 3 noun 1 a : an order given The command was to hold fire. b(1) : a signal that actuates a device (such as a control mechanism in a spacecraft or one step in a computer) (2) : the activation of a device by means of such a signal (3) : a line of code (see code entry 1 sense 5) instructing a computer to send such a signal 2 a : the ability to control : mastery She was in command of her emotions. b : the authority or right to command the officer in command c(1) : the power to dominate The fort has command of the valley. (2) : scope of vision The tower provides a wide command of the neighboring hills. d : facility in use a good command of French e : control sense 1d a pitcher with good command of his curveball 3 : the act of commanding The troops will charge at command. 4 : the personnel, area, or organization under a commander specifically : a unit of the U.S. Air Force higher than an air force 5 : a position of highest usually military authority He was relieved of his command after being charged with misconduct. command 3 of 3 adjective : done on command or request a command performance Phrases on command : when an order is given : in response to a command a dog trained to attack on command Synonyms Verb adjure bid boss (around) charge direct enjoin instruct order tell Noun behest charge commandment decree dictate direction directive do edict imperative injunction instruction order word See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb She commanded us to leave. Military leaders commanded the troops to open fire. She commanded that work on the bridge cease immediately. We had no choice but to do as they commanded. He commands a platoon of 60. With his skills and experience, he can command a high salary. The company commands much power and influence in the business world. Noun We are expected to obey his commands. She shouted out commands to the crew. We started to teach the dog simple commands like “sit” and “lie down.” You can perform several actions with keyboard commands. The system recognizes voice commands. He was relieved of his command after being charged with misconduct. Who is the officer in command of the unit? I assumed command of the business after my father's death. He immediately took command of the situation. He finally felt in command of his life. See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb Apple is expected to command almost 49% of the US smartphone market this year, according to Insider Intelligence, with that increasing to nearly 50% by 2024. Mark Gurman, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2022 Keys is an artist who’s always been able to command a lot of genres and a lot of audience. Annie Nickoloff, cleveland, 20 Aug. 2022 Now, as more workers return to hospitals, some can command five-figure signing bonuses in places where there are staffing shortages. Callum Borchers, WSJ, 1 Sep. 2022 All will command expensive deals, whether in Cincinnati or somewhere else. Tim Bielik, cleveland, 27 Aug. 2022 Few can command a step and repeat at the Met quite like Lively. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2022 Black Americans command about 9% of the nation’s total buying power, according to data collected by the Selig Center for Economic Growth at the University of Georgia. Ryan Young, CNN, 23 Aug. 2022 As always, quarterbacks will command the brightest spotlight. Mike Jones, USA TODAY, 18 Aug. 2022 But now these Asian American chefs command their own kitchens and have created opportunities for the next generation of chefs. Jess Eng, Washington Post, 27 July 2022 Noun Conrad’s autobiographical tale of his first command, which turns out to be in a rowboat, fleeing a sinking ship with its cargo of burning coal. Riza Cruz, ELLE, 13 Sep. 2022 Like Kopech, the Rockies right-hander has struggled with his command, given his 3.85 BB/9 ratio. Michael Nwaneri, Chicago Tribune, 13 Sep. 2022 Although Alexander hasn't walked a ton of batters, his command inside the strike zone has faltered. Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 12 Sep. 2022 Bello lost his command and then the game as the Orioles rallied for a 3-2 victory before a crowd of 16,451 at Camden Yards. Peter Abraham, BostonGlobe.com, 9 Sep. 2022 Tommy Henry was hit around for the second start in a row, struggling once more with his fastball command. Nick Piecoro, The Arizona Republic, 7 Sep. 2022 Ihor, the platoon commander, said 16 of the 32 men under his command were injured and one was killed. John Hudson, Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2022 Right now, Green is trying to close the gap between his skills and his command of the playbook. Kevin Reynolds, The Salt Lake Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 Having been recalled for Sunday’s game to give the Dodgers’ rotation an extra day of rest, Pepiot struggled with his command and ability to finish at-bats. Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2022 Adjective An upcoming marksmanship exercise for early-August was also canceled, as were a pre-command course, firearms training for soldiers who need to improve their marksmanship, and more. Oren Liebermann, CNN, 23 July 2021 See More Word History Etymology Verb Middle English comanden, from Anglo-French cumander, from Vulgar Latin commandare, alteration of Latin commendare* to commit to one's charge — more at commend First Known Use Verb 14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1 Noun 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Adjective 1826, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing command at someone's command command car command performance command module second-in-command on someone's command high command command post someone's wish is my command self-command command economy command sergeant major chain of command in (full) command of on command See More at someone's command command car command performance command module second-in-command on someone's command high command command post someone's wish is my command self-command command economy command sergeant major chain of command in (full) command of on command See More Kids Definition command 1 of 2 verb com·mand kə-ˈmand commanded; commanding 1 : to order with authority The king commanded them to leave. 2 : to have power or control over : be commander of He commands an army. 3 : to demand as right or due : exact A piano teacher commands a high fee. 4 : to survey from a good position The fort is on a hill that commands a view of the city. command 2 of 2 noun 1 : an order given Obey her command. 2 : the authority, right, or power to command : control The troops are under my command. 3 : the ability to control and use : mastery She has a good command of the language. 4 : the people, area, or unit (as of soldiers and weapons) under a commander 5 : a position from which military operations are directed commanders noun plural of commander 1 as in commandants one in official command especially of a military force or base a surrender of the fort by the commander without a single shot having been fired Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance commandants captains commanding officers commanders in chief commissioned officers field officers 2 as in captains a person in overall command of a ship the intrepid commander of the HMS Surprise Synonyms & Similar Words captains pilots skippers admirals officers skips masters sea captains commanding officers commodores vice admirals mates Antonyms & Near Antonyms crewmen crews crewmates
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