noun
- orders or instructions given by someone in authority
- the authority or power to control or direct others
- instructions given to a computer program
Usage: computing
verb
- gives orders or instructions to someone
- has authority or control over something
Examples
- The general issued commands to his troops.
- She commands respect from her colleagues.
- The captain has command of the ship.
- He commands a high salary due to his expertise.
- The computer responds to voice commands.
- The teacher commands attention when she speaks.
- Military commands must be followed immediately.