noun
An order to do something.
I was given a command to cease shooting.
The right or authority to order, control or dispose of; the right to be obeyed or to compel obedience.
to have command of an army
GAGE, at that time, had command of troops near the lakes; and fearing an attack from the Indians, had called for some new recruits from Massachusetts; but the Assembly judged them not necessary.
power of control, direction or disposal; mastery.
he had command of the situation
England has long held command of the sea
A position of chief authority; a position involving the right or power to order or control.
General Smith was placed in command.
The act of commanding; exercise or authority of influence.
Command cannot be otherwise than savage, for it implies an appeal to force, should force be needful.
verb
To order, give orders; to compel or direct with authority.
The soldier was commanded to cease firing.
The king commanded his servant to bring him dinner.
To have or exercise supreme power, control or authority over, especially military; to have under direction or control.
to command an army or a ship
Monmouth commanded the English auxiliaries.
To require with authority; to demand, order, enjoin.
he commanded silence
If thou be the son of God, command that these stones be made bread.
to dominate through ability, resources, position etc.; to overlook.
Bridges commanded by a fortified house. (Motley.)
This observation deck commands a breathtaking view of San Francisco Bay.
To exact, compel or secure by influence; to deserve, claim.
A good magistrate commands the respect and affections of the people.
Justice commands the respect and affections of the people.