officialcommand
nounUK /əˈfɪʃəl kəˈmɑːnd/
US /əˈfɪʃəl kəˈmænd/
An official command is a special order given by a leader that everyone must follow.
The king gave an official command for everyone to gather in the square.
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2. A formal instruction from a government or boss that must be obeyed.
The mayor issued an official command to close the roads during the storm.
3. A clear signal in a game or activity that tells players what to do next.
The referee's official command started the race.
4. A written message from a person in charge that tells people what action to take.
The captain's official command told the crew to set sail at dawn.