Definition of command

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  • command is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • command is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
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Definition of command

  • (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. instruction
    2. program line
    3. statement
  • exercise authoritative control or power over (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. control
  • look down on (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. dominate
    2. overlook
    3. overtop
  • an authoritative direction or instruction to do something (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. bid
    2. bidding
    3. dictation
  • great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity (noun)

    Examples

    1. a good command of French

    Synonyms

    1. control
    2. mastery
  • make someone do something (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. require
  • a military unit or region under the control of a single officer (noun)
  • a position of highest authority (noun)

    Examples

    1. the corporation has just undergone a change in command
  • availability for use (noun)

    Examples

    1. the materials at the command of the potters grew
  • be in command of (verb)

    Examples

    1. The general commanded a huge army
  • demand as one's due (verb)

    Examples

    1. This speaker commands a high fee
    2. The author commands a fair hearing from his readers
  • the power or authority to command (noun)

    Examples

    1. an admiral in command

See definition of command in Merriam Webster