shortcommand
nounUK /ˈʃɔːt kəˈmɑːnd/
US /ˈʃɔːrt kəˈmænd/
A short command is a very small instruction that tells someone what to do.
The teacher gave a short command, and everyone sat down.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A computer instruction that is written in very few letters or words.
The program used a short command to open the file.
3. A quick spoken word used to make a dog or animal obey.
The trainer said a short command, and the dog sat.
4. A brief signal in a game that tells players what to do next.
The coach shouted a short command to the team.