noun
mateship
Mateship (noun) means the post of mate on a ship; a posting as mate.
noun
1
The post of mate on a ship; a posting as mate.
2
A type of contract between ships to cooperate and share the proceeds of an expedition.
3
Fellowship; companionship.
4
Friendship, particularly between men, such as develops in shared adversity; solidarity.
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Etymology
From mate + -ship. Cognate with Dutch maatschap (“partnership”).
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What is the meaning of mateship?
"mateship" (noun) means the post of mate on a ship; a posting as mate.
What are the different meanings of mateship?
"mateship" has 3 main meanings: 1. The post of mate on a ship; a posting as mate; 2. A type of contract between ships to cooperate and share the proceeds of an expedition; 3. Fellowship; companionship.