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Definition of: commandeer
(kom′ən·dir′) v.t.
1. To force into military service.
2. To take possession of or requisition by force for public use, especially under military necessity; sequester; confiscate.
3. To take over by force or by threat of force. [<Afrikaans kommandeeren command]
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