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Vocabulary Entry
commission
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A group of people officially charged with a particular function or a fee paid for services.
Example Sentences
"The commission decided to approve the new policy after extensive discussions."
"She received a commission for every sale she made."
"The government formed a commission to review the environmental impact of the new project."
V
verb
To give an order for something to be made or done.
Example Sentences
"They decided to commission a painting for the new office."
"The city plans to commission a study on public transportation needs."
"He was commissioned to write a play for the local theater."