chairmanship
Translation
chairmanship, presidency
Examples
He assumed the chairmanship of the committee.
He assumed the chairmanship of the committee.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the position of being a chairman. He assumed the chairmanship of the committee.
Similar Words
Synonyms: presidency, leadership, directorship
Etymology
From 'chair' (the seat of authority) + 'man' + '-ship' (a suffix denoting a state or condition).
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ship' signifies a 'position' or 'status', similar to 'friendship' or 'leadership'. It refers to the role of being the chair.