Command: meaning, definitions and examples

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command

[ kəˈmænd ]

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in computing

A command is a directive to a computer program to perform a specific task or function.

Synonyms

directive, instruction, order

Examples of usage

Enter the command to save the file.
The command prompt allows users to interact with the computer through text commands.

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in military

A command is an authoritative order given by a superior officer.

Synonyms

decree, mandate, order

Examples of usage

The general issued a command to advance.
The soldier followed the command without question.

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general

To command means to give an authoritative order or instruction.

Synonyms

direct, instruct, order

Examples of usage

He commanded his troops to stand down.
She commands respect from her colleagues.

Translations

Translations of the word "command" in other languages:

🇵🇹 comando

🇮🇳 आदेश

🇩🇪 Befehl

🇮🇩 perintah

🇺🇦 команда

🇵🇱 komenda

🇯🇵 命令

🇫🇷 commande

🇪🇸 comando

🇹🇷 komut

🇰🇷 명령

🇸🇦 أمر

🇨🇿 příkaz

🇸🇰 príkaz

🇨🇳 命令

🇸🇮 ukaz

🇮🇸 skipun

🇰🇿 бұйрық

🇬🇪 ბრძანება

🇦🇿 əmr

🇲🇽 comando

Word origin

The word 'command' originated from Middle English, from Old French 'comander', from late Latin 'commandare', from Latin 'com-' (together) + 'mandare' (to entrust, order). The term has been used since the 14th century to denote authoritative orders or instructions.