gentlecommand
nounUK /ˈdʒɛntl kəˈmɑːnd/
US /ˈdʒɛntl kəˈmænd/
A gentle command is a kind way of telling someone what to do.
The teacher gave a gentle command to line up quietly.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A calm and caring instruction given to a pet.
With a gentle command, she asked the puppy to sit.
3. A soft-spoken order used in teaching or training.
The coach used a gentle command to help the team focus.
4. A request made without force or harshness.
He gave a gentle command to close the door softly.