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

Example:
The government decided to commandeering private property for the war effort.
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

Example:
He was accused of commandeering the company's resources for his personal projects.
The children were commandeering the living room for their fort.