An order or directive given by a superior or system to subordinates or devices. Often used in military, organizational, or technical contexts.
部長からの指令で新しいプロジェクトが始まった。
A new project started under orders from the department head.
コンピュータはCPUの指令に従って処理を行う。
The computer processes according to the CPU's instructions.
軍は上層部の指令で演習を中止した。
The military canceled the exercise under orders from higher command.