See Also: commanding(dictionary)
commanding(dictionary)
Commanding the Blade - Fencing(gambling)

meanwhile (oh) and commanding (iou)


meanwhile (oh)



while something else is happening
::Cook the sauce over a medium heat until it thickens. Meanwhile start boiling the water for the pasta.
also in the meanwhile
in the period of time between two events
::The flight will be announced soon. Meanwhile, please remain seated.
::I knew I wouldn't get my exam results for several weeks, and I wasn't sure what to do in the meanwhile.
used to compare two things, especially if they are completely different and are happening at the same time
::The incomes of male professionals went up by almost 80%. Meanwhile, part-time women workers saw their earnings fall.

commanding (iou)



commanding adjective. L15.
[from COMMAND verb + -ING2.]
Possessing or exercising command; ruling; controlling. L15.
Indicating or expressing command; (of a person, looks, ability, etc.) dignified, exalted, impressive. L16.
Dominating by an elevated or superior strategic position; (of a hill, position, etc.) affording command, giving a wide view. M17.
commandingly adverb LME.
commandingness noun (rare) commanding quality L19.