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adjective
- 1. (in military contexts) having a position of authority: "a commanding officer"
- 2. (of a place or position) dominating from above; giving a wide view of an area: "the castle is built in a commanding position on a hill looking out over the sea"
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COMMANDING definition: 1. having the authority to give orders: 2. A commanding voice or manner seems to have authority…. Learn more.
The meaning of COMMANDING is drawing attention or priority. How to use commanding in a sentence.
Something that's commanding is lofty, high, or impressive. Your thirtieth-floor apartment gives you a commanding view of the city.
Definition of commanding adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. (Military) being in command. 2. having the air of authority: a commanding voice. 3. (of a position, situation, etc) exerting control. 4. (of a height, viewpoint, etc) overlooking; advantageous. comˈmandingly adv.
Commanding definition: being in command. See examples of COMMANDING used in a sentence.
(kəmɑːndɪŋ , -mænd- ) 1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] If you are in a commanding position or situation, you are in a strong or powerful position or situation. Right now you're in a more commanding position than you have been for ages. The French vessel has a commanding lead.
commanding meaning: in a very successful position and likely to win or succeed: . Learn more.
Command definition: to direct with specific authority or prerogative; order. See examples of COMMAND used in a sentence.
COMMANDING meaning: 1 : having a powerful or important quality that attracts attention, respect, etc.; 2 : very likely to result in victory in a race, competition, etc.
