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command

 

[ kəˈmænd ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

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.
Context #2 | Noun

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.
Context #3 | Verb

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

Etymology

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.

See also: commandeer, commander, commanding, commandingly, commands.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,397, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.