Bible Dictionaries
Commanding

Webster's Dictionary

(1):

(a.) Fitted to impress or control; as, a commanding look or presence.

(2):

(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Command

(3):

(a.) Exalted; overlooking; having superior strategic advantages; as, a commanding position.

(4):

(a.) Exercising authority; actually in command; as, a commanding officer.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Commanding'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​c/commanding.html. 1828.