to command; commander; conductor
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesverb
to command; to direct; to conduct
Used in military, emergency operations, and traffic control contexts.
The general commanded the battle on the front line.
The police officer directed traffic at the intersection.
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The command headquarters has issued an order to retreat.
noun
commander; person who gives commands
Refers to a person in a leadership role for an activity, competition, or operation.
He is the commander of this tug-of-war competition.
We elected him as the overall commander for the team project.
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The on-site commander is coordinating rescue forces.
noun
conductor; director (of music)
Specifically refers to the leader of an orchestra, choir, or musical ensemble.
That conductor has a very profound understanding of the musical score.
The choir director is guiding us through our practice.
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He dreams of becoming a symphony orchestra conductor.