ˈ ̷ ̷(ˌ) ̷ ̷ˌdād.ə(r) noun
( -s )
Etymology: Medieval Latin commendator commander, from Latin commendatus (past participle of commendare to entrust, recommend command) + -or — more at commend
1. : one who holds a benefice in commendam
2. : commendatore