chain of command
chain of command · chains of command
Dienstweg, Befehlskette
A system used in organizations, especially in the military, that defines a clear line…A system used in organizations, especially in the military, that defines a clear line of authority and responsibility.
» The military has a very strict chain of command.
Meaning
1 senses(also)A system used in organizations, especially in the military, that defines a clear line of authority and responsibility.
Befehlskette, Dienstweg
Examples
2 sentencesThe military has a very strict chain of command.
He disregarded the chain of command.
Translations
7 languagesDeutsch
By meaning 1
a system used in the military:
Forms
plural: chains of command| Singular | chain of command |
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irregular · Lesson
Synonyms
1 synonymsWord family
1 related wordsRelatedcommander-in-chief
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Plural nouns — Because its plural is irregular