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Word: commission
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Meaning:
Noun:
- A body or group of people, officially tasked with carrying out a particular function. Eg: The European Commission, The Electoral Commission, The Federal Communications Commission.
- A fee charged by an agent or broker for carrying out a transaction. Eg: Reseller commission, Finder's fee.
- An official charge or authority to do something, often used of military officers.
- A sending or mission (to do or accomplish something).
- the act of committing (e.g. a crime)
Source: Wiktionary
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Verb:
- transitive To place an order for (often piece of art); as, commission a portrait.
- transitive To put into active service; as, commission a ship.
- transitive To send or officially charge someone or some group to do something.
Source: Wiktionary
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