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single command authority

[ˈsɪŋɡəl kəˈmɑːnd ɔːˈθɒrɪti]
nounpl: single command authorities
autoridade de comando único
1. A military or organizational structure in which one individual holds complete authority and responsibility over all operations, decisions, and personnel within a specific command or area of responsibility
The general established single command authority to ensure coordinated military operations across all branches.
O general estabeleceu autoridade de comando único para garantir operações militares coordenadas em todos os ramos.
2. A principle of military organization where a single commander has undivided control over all forces under their jurisdiction
Single command authority is essential for effective crisis management and rapid decision-making.
A autoridade de comando único é essencial para gestão eficaz de crises e tomada rápida de decisões.
Synonyms
unified commandsingle chain of commandsole authorityunified authority
Antonyms
divided commandshared authoritydistributed commandsplit command

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
autoridade de comando único
Standard military terminology used throughout Brazil
Portugal
autoridade de comando único
Standard military terminology, consistent with NATO standards

Related Idioms & Phrases

chain of command
one hand on the wheel
buck stops here
clear lines of authority
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