governorship
Translation
governorship
Examples
He is running for the governorship.
He is running for the governorship.
Grammar Patterns
((the governorship)) the office of a governor He won the governorship in the election.
Similar Words
Synonyms: leadership, presidency, mayorship
Etymology
From 'govern' + '-or' (agent noun) + '-ship' (condition, office). Literally, the office of one who governs.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'ship' (as in a position or state, like friendship) that is captained by a 'governor'.