command — to give an order or instruction
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to give an order or instruction
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈmænd/
Korean meaning: 명령하다, 지시하다
Korean pronunciation: 커-맨드 (강세: 맨드)
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks it can command me to open cans at 3 AM.
- The teacher commands the classroom with just a look.
- He tried to command the TV with the wrong remote for 10 minutes.
command
VERB//kəˈmænd//
to give an order or instruction
The drill sergeant commands his soldiers to begin training exercises
Commander shouts 'COM-MAN-D!' - Come on man, do it!
His hand delivers the command, troops respond to every demand!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'commander', derived from Latin 'commendare' meaning 'to entrust' or 'to commit to', composed of 'com-' (together) and 'mandare' (to order or entrust).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat thinks it can command me to open cans at 3 AM.”
“The teacher commands the classroom with just a look.”
“He tried to command the TV with the wrong remote for 10 minutes.”
“The new manager commands a high salary due to her experience.”
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