command
Translation
command, order, instruction, mastery
Examples
The dog obeyed the command.
The dog obeyed the command.
She has a good command of English.
She has a good command of English.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the ~)) an order. The dog obeyed the command.
((~ of sth.)) mastery or knowledge of sth. She has a good command of English.
Similar Words
Synonyms: order, instruction (an order); mastery, grasp (control).
Etymology
From Latin `com-` (intensive prefix) + `mandare` ('to order, entrust').
Memory Tips
A `commander` is a person who gives a `command`.