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Meaning of the word commission in English

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commission

US /kəˈmɪʃ.ən/
UK /kəˈmɪʃ.ən/
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Noun

1.

an instruction, command, or duty given to a person or group of people

Example:
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He received a commission to paint the mayor's portrait.
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The architect was given a commission to design the new building.
Synonym:
mandatedirectivechargetaskduty
2.

a sum of money paid to an agent in a commercial transaction

Example:
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Sales representatives earn a commission on every sale.
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The real estate agent charges a 5% commission.
Synonym:
feepercentageroyaltycut
3.

a group of people entrusted with a specific task, typically in government or business

Example:
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The government formed a commission to investigate the incident.
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She serves on the city planning commission.
Synonym:
committeeboardpanelcouncilagency

Verb

1.

give an order for or authorize the production of (something)

Example:
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The gallery commissioned a new sculpture from the artist.
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The company commissioned a report on market trends.
Synonym:
orderauthorizecontractengageappoint
2.

bring (something newly produced, such as a ship or a work of art) into working condition

Example:
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The new warship was commissioned last month.
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The power plant will be commissioned next year.
Synonym:
activatelaunchinauguratestart updeploy
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