kingship
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Noun — The position, rank, or authority of being a king; the state of ruling as a monarch.
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Etymology
From king + the suffix -ship, which turns a noun into a word describing a state, rank, or condition (as in "friendship" or "ownership").
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What does “kingship” mean?
The word “kingship” means the position, rank, or authority of being a king; the state of ruling as a monarch. In plain terms, the rank, role, or rule of a king — being king, rather than the person himself.
How do you pronounce “kingship”?
“Kingship” is pronounced KIHNG-shihp (/ˈkɪŋʃɪp/ in IPA).
How do you use “kingship” in a sentence?
Here is “kingship” used in a sentence: “He was groomed for kingship from the moment he could walk.”
What part of speech is “kingship”?
“Kingship” is a noun.
How many meanings does “kingship” have?
“Kingship” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the position, rank, or authority of being a king; the state of ruling as a monarch.