command

com-mand · noun, verb

imported

Definitions

noun, verb

  1. 1.

    An authoritative order or instruction.

  2. 2.

    To give an authoritative order.

  3. 3.

    To be in charge of a military unit or operation.

  4. 4.

    Control or authority over a group, organization, or situation.

  5. 5.

    Knowledge and ability to use something, especially a language.

  6. 6.

    To deserve and receive (respect, attention, or a price).

  7. 7.

    (computing) An instruction given to a computer program.

  8. 8.

    To have a view over (a place).

Forms

plural: commands

Related words

Etymology

From Old French comander, from Late Latin commandare, from com- ("with") + mandare ("to order, commit"). Related to mandate.