Meaning of the word commandeering in English
What does commandeering mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
commandeering
US /kəˌmæn.dɪr.ɪŋ/
UK /kəˌmæn.dɪər.ɪŋ/
Verb
1.
to officially take possession or control of (something) for military or public use
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The government decided to commandeering private property for the war effort.
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The police had to commandeering a civilian's car to pursue the suspect.
2.
to take possession of something without permission, especially for one's own use
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He was accused of commandeering the company's resources for his personal projects.
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The children were commandeering the living room for their fort.
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