English Explanatory Dictionary

commanding heights

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Clipping of commanding heights of the economy: Certain strategically important sectors of the economy such as public utilities and natural resources.

Word forms

commanding heights

Etymology

Coined by Soviet political leader Vladimir Lenin.

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