also: じょうめい
noun
imperial command; imperial decree
Formal term for an order issued by an emperor. Often used in historical or official contexts. Compare with 勅命, which is more common.
See also: 勅命
詔命が下り、全国に布告された。
An imperial command was issued and proclaimed throughout the country.
その政策は詔命によって定められた。
The policy was established by imperial decree.