Meaning of the word countermand in English
What does countermand mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
countermand
US /ˌkaʊn.t̬ɚˈmænd/
UK /ˌkaʊn.təˈmɑːnd/
Verb
to revoke or cancel (a command or order)
Example:
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The general decided to countermand the order to advance.
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The manager had to countermand the previous instructions due to new information.
Noun
an order revoking a previous one
Example:
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The general issued a countermand to his troops.
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There was a countermand on the delivery, so the package was not sent.