commandword

noun
UK /kəˈmɑːnd wɜːd/
US /kəˈmænd wɜːrd/

A commandword is a special word you say to make something happen.

The robot moved forward when she said the commandword.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A word in a computer program that tells the computer to do a job.

Type the commandword to start the game.

3. A secret word used to unlock or activate something.

Only the wizard knew the commandword for the hidden door.

4. A word that gives an order in a game or on a device.

Say the commandword and the toy lights up.