early 15c., from Old French contremander "reverse an order or command" (13c.), from contre- "against" (see contra-) + mander, from Latin mandare "to order" (see mandate (n.)). Related: Countermanded; countermanding.
实用例句
1. I can't countermand an order Winger's given.
我无法撤销温格下达的命令。来自柯林斯例句
2. EXMP : The general countermand the orders issued in his absence.
将军撤销了他不在时所发布的命令.来自互联网
3. Please countermand our order for same.
对上述订单,请取消.来自互联网
4. The countermand of a cheque only takes effect after the expiration oflimit of time for presentment.
撤销支票付款的委托,仅于提示期限满后行之,始为有效.来自互联网
5. I have now to countermand that order, in consequence of the receipting of the letter this morning.
