дикта́т — meaning in English

English meaning

• dictate verb To say words aloud for someone else to write down.
• diktat noun A dogmatic decree or command, especially issued by one who rules without popular consent.

Senses

дикта́т is used for these senses in English:

• dictate An order or command.

dictate — full definition

1. verb To say words aloud for someone else to write down.
2. verb To give orders or lay down terms with authority, often unfairly.
3. noun An authoritative command or requirement.

diktat — full definition

1. noun A dogmatic decree or command, especially issued by one who rules without popular consent.
2. noun A harsh penalty or settlement imposed upon a defeated party by the victor.

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