commission

  1. Noun.  A sending or mission (to do or accomplish something).
  2. Noun.  An official charge or authority to do something, often used of military officers.
  3. 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.
  4. Noun.  A fee charged by an agent or broker for carrying out a transaction. Eg: Reseller commission, Finder's fee.
  5. Noun.  the act of committing (e.g. a crime).
  6. Noun.  The name of a service provided to validate the completeness and accuracy of a project or venture.
  7. Verb.  (transitive) To send or officially charge someone or some group to do something.
  8. Verb.  (transitive) To place an order for (often piece of art); as, commission a portrait.
  9. Verb.  (transitive) To put into active service; as, commission a ship.

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