Definition of Commend
Commend
com·mend
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to praise formally;
e.g. Janice's boss commended her for her good work.
(verb)
to entrust or give with confidence;
e.g. I commend my dog to your care while I am away on a business trip.
(verb)
to recommend as worthy or suitable for acceptance;
e.g. I commend Rory to your lab team because of her great work ethic and excellent lab skills.
(verb)
to make something pleasant, favorable, or acceptable;
e.g. The abundance of houseplants and pottery commends the otherwise spacious studio and makes it looks cozy.
(verb)
(of Feudal law) to place oneself under another's protection to become his vassal;
e.g. The poor man had no choice but to commend his farmland and property to the lord and become his vassal.
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